It’s an annual tradition-usually in late fall, to attend the Society of Illustrators Original Art show in NYC. It’s always so fun to see the illustration art on the walls and then look at them in the actual picture books, which are displayed in the gallery. My friends and I are often surprised to see the mediums used on the art. Sometimes it is digital (Procreate) and other times what we think might be digital could also turn out to be acrylic. There was a lot more collage in the show this year. That was my fave.
The United Nations!
I am delighted to announce that my latest book “My Wish for the World” is now available at the United Nations in NYC. I used some of my author copies to send to places I thought might be a good fit for the theme. I was driving to the grocery store one day when the call came in. Surreal to see the UN on my caller ID. Authors need to do a lot more these days to get the word out on their books. I am currently reading some books on public relations so I can strategize further. It’s empowering!
Word Bookstore-Greenpoint
Cheering our friend Yuko's 1st book!
Yesterday, I took the bus into NYC-headed to Queens to pick up my friend Yuko and then rode the G train (in a hideous 96 degree heatwave) out to Greenpoint, Brooklyn to finally land at “Word” bookstore. We got ready for her event at noon and soon the room was crowded to hear her read. I remember my first book event and how nervous i was, so i tried to be the literary equivalent of a bridesmaid and be at her beck and call. :) I filmed her reading and she was such a natural! Taught us some Japanese words, read her book through a wooden theater-type contraption with boards (Kamishibai) that pulled out and gave us all these adorable little bear snacks.
“Let’s Scare Bear” (Holiday House) is her first picture book and the illustrations are so cute! I remember when she first got this deal and how exciting it was. And of course, getting all the ladies together is always a blast. We all met at The School of Visual Arts years ago. (taking a course on-you guess it—picture books!) Since then, we broke off and formed our own little critique group called YAKA. We have a hard time meeting these last few years as everyone is super busy-and luckily a bit more successful. But they are salt of the earth and I wish i could see them more. Cheers Yuko!
Montclair book signing for Mr. B!
Always a pleasure to do an event in my own town. Watchung Booksellers is the cutest store and their staff is beyond sweet! Here is their announcement, as well as a few pics from Saturday. :)
Book in hand!
I received the actual, hard bound book of Mr. Biddles recently! Always so exciting to see your book come to life. I've had F&G's for some time, but to hold the book in your hands is always a sweet milestone. Here are some shots of the book, the jacket flaps and a note from my editor. :)
