Book-Week. I don’t know if it’s an international phenomenon but here in Australia, around the August time of year, schools and libraries celebrate children’s books. The CBCA (Children’s Book Council of Australia) select a shortlist of the best children’s books … Continue reading →
“Keep me as the apple of your eye; hide me in the shadow of your wings…” Psalm 17:8 Let’s be honest, we all have our favorites – we like one thing better than another. We prefer blue over green, corn over cauliflower, summer over … Continue reading →
In 1993, my dream of becoming a published author came true when I had a book of children’s poems published. Twenty years later and 80 books later, another dream has come true—I wrote a book with my daughter. My Mama … Continue reading →
We all know people who are braggarts, pompous, or arrogant. Too much self-esteem, right? Not necessarily. It may be the most obnoxious person we know is actually trying to hide a severe case of insecurity. On the other hand, maybe … Continue reading →
Aloha from Karen Whiting My children loved having their daddy read to them and I enjoy watching my sons read books to their children. They make different sound effects and can turn a book into playtime or a chat time. … Continue reading →
My two-year-old granddaughter was beyond tired and in desperate need of a nap—but she didn’t want to take a nap. I knew it was exactly what she needed and that nothing else was going to help her disposition. As I … Continue reading →