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12 Jan Gabi Snyder and TWO DOGS ON A TRIKE. Plus “Gabi’s Great Giveaway!”

Posted at 03:38h in authors, children's literature, concept book, critique groups, kid lit, picture books, publishing, revision, writing by Ellen Leventhal 5 Comments

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I am thrilled to welcome author extraordinaire Gabi Snyder to my (newly named) blog, Writing Outside the Lines. I recently read her adorable book, TWO DOGS ON A TRIKE, and I guarantee that kids and kids at heart will love it. Welcome, Gabi. I'm so...

01 Jan A YEAR THAT WILL LIVE IN INFAMY

Posted at 00:23h in authors, children's literature, holidays, kid lit, kindness, new year, pandemic, picture books, reflection, writing by Ellen Leventhal 10 Comments

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With apologies to FDR, I am happy to say good-bye to “a year that will live in infamy.” The pandemic, economic problems, and social and political unrest were the earmarks of this year. It makes me sad, but not without hope. Although this blog is usually...

21 Nov Editor, Author, and Arc Angel, Alayne Kay Christian

Posted at 16:02h in authors, chapter books, children's literature, holidays, kid lit, kindness, non-fiction, picture books, writing by Ellen Leventhal 3 Comments

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I am thrilled to have my friend, the talented Alayne Kay Christian here with us today. She is the acquisitions editor and creative director at Blue Whale Press as well as a multi-published author. She is a VERY busy lady, but she's not too busy to visit with me here and to offer a great GIVEAWAY! :)

08 Oct THE STARING CONTEST and Nick Solis (and a giveaway!)

Posted at 00:30h in authors, children's literature, kid lit, picture books, publishing, writing by Ellen Leventhal 2 Comments

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There is an embarrassment of riches in children's literature these days! I'm thrilled to host another friend from The Picture Book Scribblers, my 2021 marketing group, who has a book out NOW! I have to say that my typing may not be the best because...

08 Sep Rosie, and Charlie, and Lauren, Oh My!

Posted at 19:14h in authors, children's literature, kid lit, marketing, picture books, publishing, writing by Ellen Leventhal 5 Comments

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Although I first met author, Lauren Kerstein in our 2021 marketing group, The Picture Book Scribblers, I am thrilled to welcome her here to talk about what's happening NOW. (We'll get to 2021 later, I promise. ) Lauren, will you tell us a bit about...

20 Aug Author Karen Rostoker-Gruber

Posted at 13:10h in authors, children's literature, kid lit, picture books, publishing, writing by Ellen Leventhal 7 Comments

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I am thrilled that my prolific and generous friend, Karen Rostoker-Gruber has stopped by today. I absolutely LOVE her newest book, A Crowded Farmhouse Folktale, and I'm excited that she's sharing some thoughts about it today. Welcome, Karen! First of all, what made you do a...

09 May Living, Loving, and Writing in the Time of Corona

Posted at 16:20h in authors, children's literature, kid lit, marketing, picture books, writing by Ellen Leventhal 3 Comments

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A quick show of hands. Who is having trouble carrying on as usual? I certainly am. However, I am acutely aware of the fact that my family and I are among the lucky ones. Over here at my house, we are healthy, and my children...

04 Apr Gayle Krause, New Book, Fabulous Giveaway!

Posted at 13:12h in authors, children's literature, critique groups, kid lit, marketing, picture books, publishing, Uncategorized, writing by Ellen Leventhal 10 Comments

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One of the best parts of being involved in the children's literature community is the friends I've made. I am so happy that the prolific author, Gayle Krause, is one of those friends. Thanks for dropping by, Gayle. I am thrilled to have you. Thank you for...

08 Apr Author Cynthia Surrisi

Posted at 13:58h in authors, children's literature, critique groups, kid lit, middle grade, picture books, publishing, revision, Uncategorized, writing by Ellen Leventhal 2 Comments

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I am thrilled to highlight the versatile, talented, and all around wonderful author, Cynthia Surrisi. I "met" "Cynthia in The Best 2018 Picture Book Release Group Ever", and I'm glad I did. Sit down, grab a cup of coffee and a cookie, because Cynthia has...

31 Oct Author, Jenna Grodzicki

Posted at 21:28h in authors, children's literature, critique groups, kid lit, picture books, Uncategorized, writing by Ellen Leventhal 5 Comments

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Today, Jenna Grodzicki popped in to visit. I first met Jenna at Kristen Fulton's WOW retreat in July 2016. I clearly remember talking to her on a shuttle on the way into town. She was telling me about her upcoming book, Pixie's Adventure, and I was...