So You Want to Write a Children’s Book FREE event at Blue Bunny Books! Back by popular demand! The Boston Authors Club is so excited to have an in-person event at The Blue Bunny, Books and Toys on Monday, April 25th, at 7 pm! Come support your local authors Peter H. Reynolds (host), Janet Bates,…
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9 Grandma-themed Picture Books & GIVEAWAY!
Please welcome my guest author Charlotte Offsay with her list of Grandma-themed Picture Books. We are giving away her picture book A Grandma’s Magic. To enter, please fill out the Rafflecopter at the bottom. ——– My grandma lives overseas in England and I don’t get to see her as often as I would like. I, therefore,…
Are Colleges Need Blind? Yes and NO!
I am a mentor in the first-to-college program at my children’s high school called Transitioning Together or T2. They arrange speakers to talk to our group including a representative from the Massachusetts Educational Financing Authority or MEFA, a nonprofit that provides resources and tools to help students navigate the college planning process, particularly the financial…
7 Planet Protector Books from Barefoot Books
Earth Day is coming up on April 22, 2022, and to celebrate I’ve partnered with Barefoot Books to do a huge Planet Protector giveaway. Our giveaway includes books, activity cards, and a sticker activity book about renewable energy and natural resources. In addition, the giveaway includes a tote bag made from recycled water bottles, a…
Multicultural Children’s Book Club: Emily D and the Fearful First Day for Autism Awareness Month!
Please join me for our tenth Multicultural Children’s Book Club. We host a FREE multicultural children’s picture book virtual book club on the first Thursday of every month from 7 pm to 8 pm EST. April’s event will be held on April 7th and we are celebrating Autism Awareness Month using Avery G and the…
Tips to Take Care of Your Dog in Winter
Freezing winter temperatures mean bundling up. We dress our children in warm winter coats, boots, hats, and gloves but often neglect the comfort of our pets who also feel the bite of chilly weather. When taking your dog out for its daily walk, it’s important to protect them from the elements, especially in the winter…
6 STEM Picture Books with BIPOC Characters & GIVEAWAY!
Please welcome my guest today, New York Times bestselling illustrator Amber Ren with her list of STEM picture books with BIPOC characters. She says, “Many kids (and adults, let’s be honest) find math intimidating and scary, but it doesn’t have to be!” Her picture book, Bake Infinite Pie with X + Y, takes math and…