It's World Doll Day! This lovely picture book will be released July 21st!
New blog post up! Read the interview with @tonnyef.bsky.social about back matter and front matter in MUSIC PLANTS HOPE. Then leave a comment to enter the giveaway!
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For anyone going to ALA, I am very very close to confirming a Kidlit Happy Hour (aka Kidlit Drink Night, but in the afternoon) for the Saturday afternoon. If you'd be interested, encourage the effort (which is costing me money this time) & like this post!
Possibly unpopular opinion?
I think artists should get to sign the art they make for book covers. It should be right there, on the front, because it’s never been more important to showcase the humanness of art. And also there are many times when I see a beautiful cover and wonder, “Who made this?”