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Burst of Creativity Series 009

This entry is part 1 of 9 in the series Burst of Creativity

Prompt 009: You sense something you weren’t supposed to. A prompt is a jumping off point for creativity. Though each prompt is technically a complete sentence, add the word “and” to the end of each prompt and let your mind drift, associate, and explore all the possibilities. Ask questions like who, what, when, where, how, why, what if, and what […]

Burst of Creativity Series 008

This entry is part 1 of 9 in the series Burst of Creativity

Prompt 008: Without forewarning, you are now a parent. A prompt is a jumping off point for creativity. Though each prompt is technically a complete sentence, add the word “and” to the end of each prompt and let your mind drift, associate, and explore all the possibilities. Ask questions like who, what, when, where, how, why, what if, and what […]

REVIEW: Birb Goes Twerp

Details Author: Francis S. PoesyIllustrator: Francis S. PoesyPublisher: Mulberry & Bliss BooksYear of Publication: 2023 Review Birb Goes Twerp is a mini board book aimed at the littlest of littles. Each spread features a recognizable animal with a less recognizeable name as the spelling is altered (e.g. Birb instead of Bird, Kiteh instead of Kitty, etc.). The sounds these animals […]

Burst of Creativity Series 007

This entry is part 1 of 9 in the series Burst of Creativity

Prompt 007: You invent something you think will change the world. A prompt is a jumping off point for creativity. Though each prompt is technically a complete sentence, add the word “and” to the end of each prompt and let your mind drift, associate, and explore all the possibilities. Ask questions like who, what, when, where, how, why, what if, […]

Burst of Creativity Series 005

This entry is part 1 of 9 in the series Burst of Creativity

Prompt 005: You have reached the highest point in your career and it’s time to make a change. A prompt is a jumping off point for creativity. Though each prompt is technically a complete sentence, add the word “and” to the end of each prompt and let your mind drift, associate, and explore all the possibilities. Ask questions like who, […]

Take the Kidlit Questionnaire

The Kidlit Questionnaire is a fun way for writers and readers to get to know authors of kidlit. It’s also an opportunity for authors to promote their past and upcoming work. The 21 question survey covers everything from when you wrote your first story, to how your writing process has developed, to your experience working with agents and/or editors. All […]

REVIEW: What If I’m Not a Cat?

Details Author: Kari-Lynn WintersIllustrator: Kelly CollierPublisher: Kids Can PressYear of Publication: 2023 Review In What If I’m Not a Cat, a donkey who lives in a barn with a dozen or so cats mistakenly believes himself to be one of them, despite feeling like something isn’t quite right. When Farmer makes a passing comment about Donkey acting like a cat […]

Burst of Creativity Series 004

This entry is part 1 of 9 in the series Burst of Creativity

Prompt 004: You cannot get out of bed this morning. A prompt is a jumping off point for creativity. Though each prompt is technically a complete sentence, add the word “and” to the end of each prompt and let your mind drift, associate, and explore all the possibilities. Ask questions like who, what, when, where, how, why, what if, and […]