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The Kaz Windness Blog

Children's Book Art, Writing, Books, and Advice

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Kaz Windness is a published author and illustrator specializing in cute and creepy characters and spooky humor for kids of all ages. Portfolio website: www.WindnessBooks.com

Time Traveling Chickens Art Process

TIME TRAVELING CHICKENS! What does an inker and colorist do? If you like graphic novels and seeing the art process, this post is for you. More about the books here: https://kazwindness.blog/2026/02/23/time-traveling-chickens/ BOOK 1 (Aug 25, 2026): Publisher’s Page, B&N, Amazon, BookShop BOOK 2 (Nov... Continue Reading →

RESCHEDULING (was May 16th 2026) Storytime– Loveland B&N

Rescheduling! Mark your calendars and come join me for a very special storytime on May 16th. I'll be reading my Colorado Book Award Winner, "Swim, Jim!", and my newest release, "Worm and Butterfly are Friends Always," the follow-up to my... Continue Reading →

Time Traveling Chickens

Scroll down to see the book trailer. Pre-order now! All my books are signed HERE at Boulder Bookstore. BOOK 1 (Aug 25, 2026): Publisher's Page, B&N, Amazon, BookShop BOOK 2 (Nov 24, 2026): Publisher's Page, B&N, Amazon, BookShop https://www.instagram.com/reel/DVHKkGFkZ2G/ Sketch... Continue Reading →

Bitsy Bat, Snow Star cover reveal

What winter activity would you medal in? Bitsy tries them all in BITSY BAT, SNOW STAR, available now for pre❄rder. Swipe for the cover reveal and news about my autism acceptance series. BITSYBAT.COM "Bitsy Bat experiences her first snow and... Continue Reading →

Butterfly Pavilion Book Celebration

We had a great day sharing “Worm and Butterfly are Friends Always” with homeschool families at the Butterfly Pavilion @butterflypavilion in Westminster, Colorado! Special thanks to best butterfly friends forever, Heather Brockman Lee and Stan Yan for sharing the stage. Find signed... Continue Reading →

Valentine’s Day Cards

Enjoy some bookish Valentine's cards! "When You Love a Book" illustrations by Heather Brockman Lee

Science of Reading through the Geisel Award Lens

Interested in early readers? Wondering how these books are selected for the American Library Association (ALA) Youth Media Awards Theodor Seuss Geisel? Sharing a great new article on the Science of Early Readers as shown through Geisel books and their... Continue Reading →

Early Reader/Chapter Book Retreat

Now is the perfect time to plan a blissful fall retreat at @boydsmills (previously Highlights Foundation). Join Anne Appert, Vicky Fang, and Kaz Windness for Early Readers and Chapter Books, A Creative Retreat, October 23-26, 2026. This is perfect for authors or... Continue Reading →

SLJ Reviews Worm and Butterfly are Friends Always

Thanks to School Library Journal for the great review of my newest book, "Worm and Butterfly are Friends Always." "Verdict: This standout graphic reader will shine in any early reader collection." Full review: HEREPreS-Gr 2–Best buds Worm and Butterfly are... Continue Reading →

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