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Category Archives: Children’s Picture Books
My Books are Being Considered at Two Much-Loved Retailers
Iconic children’s bookstore Hicklebee’s in Willow Glen and Modern Mouse Gift Shop in Alameda are considering featuring several of my books in their stores. I hope to hear back from both by the end of the month. If you shop … Continue reading
Posted in Children, children's books, Children's Picture Books, Uncategorized
Tagged books, children's, Hicklebee's, Modern Mouse, picture
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“I May Be Small But I Have Big Ideas”
I was inspired by a phrase and message in my favorite kid’s book when I wrote the line, “I may be small but I have big ideas” for a character named V.G. McGurry in in one of my children’s books, … Continue reading
Posted in Children, children's books, Children's Picture Books, Uncategorized
Tagged books, childrens', quotes
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Wilbur is Flying High on Amazon
I just noticed that Wilbur is flying again on Amazon. He’s now #13 in his category. Wilbur reached #8 or higher quite some time ago but got tired and rested a bit. He’s now once again ascending. So far this … Continue reading
Posted in Amazon, children's books, Children's Picture Books, Uncategorized
Tagged Amazon, book, childrens', The Duck Who Flew Upside Down, Wilbur
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Mysti Z has Arrived!
I’m delighted to announce that the hardcover edition of Mysti Z’s Magical Day is now available for pre-order on Amazon.com! Mysti Z’s Magical Day I love how this book turned out and believe it is likely to become one of … Continue reading
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Tagged Amazon, books, childrens', Mysti, picture
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Starting them Early
(Thomas wearing wear my boots.) When I returned home Sunday evening from a weekend book event, My Beloved told me of a conversation she had with our five-year-old grandson Thomas during a visit that morning: Thomas: “Where are all the … Continue reading
Posted in books, Children, Children's Picture Books, Humor, Reading, Uncategorized
Tagged books, children, humor, reading
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Where the Treasure’s Found
As wind softly blew through our hair, I learned a lesson then and there: Rainbows don’t end in pots of gold; Their treasure’s found in the colors they hold. (Illustration and excerpt from Mysti Z’s Magical Day.) With Love, Russ
Posted in children's books, Children's Picture Books, treasure, Uncategorized
Tagged books, childrens', flowers, hummingbirds, rainbow
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The Link
Friend and fellow author Seumas Gallagher suggested I include a link to the nomination site. D’oh! Thank you, Seumas! It is: Goodreads Picturebooks Nomination Write-ins Thank you in advance for your nominations and book reviews! With Love, Russ … Continue reading
Posted in Amazon, Children's Picture Books, Goodreads, Uncategorized
Tagged Amazon, books, childrens', Goodreads, picture
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