Here’s a fast 5-step guide on using art notes in your picture book and graphic novel manuscripts. We had SO many questions about art notes at the "All About Picture Books" working retreat at Highlights, I created this visual guide... Continue Reading →
The number one issue I see when reviewing PB manuscripts is the writer doesn't know what kind of book they are writing. This means the story or concept loses direction and becomes a mish-mash of too many things. To help... Continue Reading →
Scroll to bottom for ISBNs and book awards. Kaz helps teachers and caretakers with lesson plans and activities beyond the book. Click on the image to jump to each book's resources. Signed books HERE! Follow Kaz on all your favorite... Continue Reading →
The bat is out of the bag! I just found BITSY BAT, TEAM STAR available for pre-order, so it means I can share the cover. Are you ready??? Be sure to add book two to your "want to read" stack!... Continue Reading →
I read banned books, do you? Last week, an assistant principal in Mississippi was fired for reading "I Need a New Butt" by Dawn McMillan and Ross Kinnaird. (Article here: https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/assistant-principal-fired-reading-need-new-butt-second-grade-class-rcna19362) In support of funny butt books for kids and... Continue Reading →
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