About Devra Robitaille: London-born Devra is a prolific composer, songwriter and keyboardist, as well as an author of books for kids. She had a successful career as a professional musician in England, playing keyboards and touring with Mike Oldfield of Tubular Bells fame, before moving to America in the nineties. All through the nineties she directed musicals and theatrical productions in Los Angeles. Her first children’s book series is a trilogy of dog stories, called the “Muffy” series; she … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Devra Robitaille
Interview with Author – Alissa Gregory
About Alissa Gregory: Alissa B. Gregory was born and raised in Brandon, Mississippi where she lived with her parents and her two sisters. Alissa is the middle child of all of the kids. She has two nieces and one nephew. Alissa B. Gregory now resides in Morton, Mississippi where she lives with her husband, their son, and her stepson. Alissa B. Gregory currently works as a customer service representative for a poultry company outside of Jackson, Mississippi. She loves working with the public and … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Alissa Gregory
Interview with Author – Carol Ann Ashley Birtwell
About Carol Ann Ashley Birtwell: I've been teaching young children and their families music and movement classes for the last 18 years with Kindermusik, Gymboree, and now my own program, Ashleys Musikids. I know how much babies and young children learn from picture books and acting out the adventures and activities they see and hear through the illustrations and the words. so it was a perfect match for me to start writing books for young readers and their families! What inspires you to … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Carol Ann Ashley Birtwell
Interview with Author – Nicole Benoit-Roy
About Nicole Benoit-Roy: Nicole Benoit-Roy is an award-winning author of the 2012 Sharp Writ Book Awards for her first book, JESUS LOVES EVERYBODY: ESPECIALLY ME. She is a wife, mother, and preschool special education teacher. She is currently pursuing her doctoral degree in Educational Leadership at Andrews University, MI. As a mother, she has faced hardship while raising my son, due to lack of biblical knowledge. As a result of that, she is committed and driven to reforming Christian … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Nicole Benoit-Roy
Interview with Author – Robin Rowles
About Robin Rowles: Robin grew up in a small village in Urchfont, Wiltshire, in England. As a young boy, Robin remembers a happy childhood with his parents and two elder brothers. He married his wife in May 1999. Robin loves reading and writing books. He was inspired to write by his favourite author, Enid Blyton. Robin was fifty-nine years old when he published his first children's book in September 2013. It's called: 'Anne and Stan's Magical Salt and Pepper Pot Adventures'. This book is a … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Robin Rowles
Interview with Author – Sofiya Turin
About Sofiya Turin: I began writing in elementary school. It is all I have ever wanted to do. I am a poet and a writer of stories for readers of all ages. I combine my extensive experience in education and over 20 years of working with children of all ages to write stories that will touch hearts and enrich lives. I am a mother of two amazing children who inspire me to write every day. What inspires you to write? Daily life inspires me to write. Everything from a falling leaf to the wag of … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Sofiya Turin
Interview with Author – Ayala Saar
About Ayala Saar: What inspires you to write? I am inspired by an individual who faces challenges, and overcomes difficulties and obstacles in order to fulfill his dreams. I am inspired by individuals who put others before themselves, and make a significant contribution to society. I am inspired by those who try to make the world a better place. Tell us about your writing process. My stories are based on my personal experience and my values. First, I choose the topic of the book and … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Ayala Saar
Parts That Belong A Coloring Book by Olivia M. Lake
Parts That Belong A Coloring Book is a 'Find It' activity book aimed at ages 3-10. This book lends a creative and engaging approach to teaching students and home-schooled children singular and plural possessive nouns. Teaching techniques included are: coloring, seek-and-find, read aloud, repetition and matching. It is a great book if your children or students are just starting punctuation with possessive nouns, students need extra practice or you are homeschooling. Parts That Belong A Coloring … [Read more...] about Parts That Belong A Coloring Book by Olivia M. Lake
Interview with Author – Sam Bowring
About Sam Bowring: I'm an Australian author and stand-up comedian. My main genres are fantasy and children’s books. I like to take cliches and tropes of the genre and twist them around in new and interesting ways. I've written plays and for television. I was named after the family cat. I like croissants a lot. Too much, perhaps. What inspires you to write? I have always been somewhat of a show-off, and yet also somewhat lazy. Writing is a great way to show off without actually having to be … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Sam Bowring
Interview with Author – Olivia M. Lake
About Olivia M. Lake: Olivia M. Lake lives with her partner, their son and Marble, (their lively cat nick named 'Pretty Bird'), in British Columbia--where she was born in 1975. She has also lived in Alberta and Olympia, WA. Olivia has accumulated many babysitting hours over her lifetime; and has volunteered as a teacher and a chaperon in Queretaro, Mexico and Victoria, B.C. She has attended several schools to study architecture and design, TESL, natural nutrition, photography and a little … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Olivia M. Lake
The Children’s Writer’s Guide by Simon Rose
The Children’s Writer’s Guide examines how you can get started as a writer, create time and space to pursue your craft and deal with lack of motivation and writers block. Topics covered include where ideas come from and how writers turn them into stories, choosing names for characters that are appropriate to the story, the importance of historical research if your novel is set in a different era, writing science fiction and fantasy, and the use of magic in stories for children. The guide … [Read more...] about The Children’s Writer’s Guide by Simon Rose
Interview with Author – Heidi Angell
About Heidi Angell: Heidi Angell is a bibliophile, lexicomaniac and wordsmith! She is the author of The Hunters Series, The Clear Angel Chronicles, and The Hell School Series. She also created Royal Prince Vince, and Creative Exercises to Inspire, When she is not reading and writing, she can be found spending quality time with her lovely family camping, hiking, swimming, or binge-watching Netflix. What inspires you to write? Reading allows me the freedom to explore ideas and share world … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Heidi Angell