Status Update in Stats
I know, I’ve been missing from the blog. I thought it might be helpful to explain why, using a few numbers. COOL NEWS (3) Here it is! WORDS ON FIRE was named to the Texas Bluebonnet List for 2021-22. This list of 20 titles was narrowed down from 813 nominees, and is considered one of the most prestigious book lists in the country. The other titles on this list are so extraordinary, it’s a great honor for me to have a book included there. RESCUE, my historical to be released in March, has been named a Junior Library Guild pick for their upcoming season. This list has a reputation for...
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Yes, I KNOW I’ve been absent from this blog for like, a month or more. Sorry. It’s been a crazy few weeks. But I do have some fun updates. Today is update #1. AUTHOR EXTRAVAGANZA You know I’ve posted a lot lately about supporting The King’s English Bookshop, my local indie, which is fighting to stay open after more than 40 years in business. Well there is something AMAZING coming up! This Saturday, November 14th, 48 authors, illustrators, and publishing professionals will gather together for a fabulous online extravaganza. And the best part is that all of it is FREE! Looks at some of these...
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