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