The Bobtails and the Cousins features four siblings adjusting to their new lives with their adoptive parents. This middle-grade historical fiction by Arthur Yeomans is the sequel to The Bobtails Meet the Preacher’s Kid.* If you haven’t read the first book, “Bobtails” is not their last name; it’s a name given to the children byContinue reading “Book Review – The Bobtails and the Cousins”
Tag Archives: middle grade
Update on My Stories
Hi, all. You may remember that I wrote a middle grade fantasy about magical sled dogs. I did pitch my manuscript of The Galdur Snow Dog to two publishers, but unfortunately, neither of them accepted it. Oh well, welcome to the writing life. I’m keeping my eye out for other possible publishers, but in theContinue reading “Update on My Stories”
Write Away, Friends
Hi, all. Don’t forget my writing challenge, which I posted last week. I actually wrote my own little tale in the comments (and you’re free to add another scene to it if you want). Here’s the button that leads to the post.
Want to Write Your Own Story?
How about a fun activity, you all? Try writing a story in 100 words or less. You choose any genre you want (Fantasy, historical fiction, contemporary fiction, and science fiction. Or a mashup of any of them). You can get inspiration from any of these pictures below, or from all six. All photos are fromContinue reading “Want to Write Your Own Story?”
Fantasy Books for Homeschooling
Does your child love fantasy, and you want to incorporate more kid-friendly fantasy books to your homeschooling curriculum? More importantly, do you want more books that strengthen your child’s faith? Middle Grade author Allen Brokken offers literacy materials based on his Towers of Light series, which whisks kids from frontier, prairie life to a fantasticalContinue reading “Fantasy Books for Homeschooling”
Meet a Young Adult and Middle Grade Author
M Liz Boyle is at it again. This time, she introduces us to someone who writes both young adult and middle grade. Let Boyle introduce you to fantasy author Candice Pedraza Yamnitz.
Book Review: The Groundworld Heroes, Book One
Have you wondered when I’m going to post another book review? Well, here’s the newest one, posted on Jennifer Hallmark’s blog. It’s the first of the new middle-grade series, The Groundworld Heroes, written by Adrian So. I also listed links to order a copy.
It Isn’t Goodbye…It’s a Hiatus
Hiya. To all of you who have been reading and even subscribing to my blog, I want to say a big thank you. This blog has been a part of my growing in my professional writing. Speaking of professional writing, I’m pitching my middle grade novel, The Galdur Snow Dog, to a couple of publishersContinue reading “It Isn’t Goodbye…It’s a Hiatus”
Summer Reading…Are You In?
Need to be motivated to read more during the summer, especially if you want your kids to expand their imagination, thinking, and curiosity about the world? How about taking on a summer reading challenge? Hey, even grown-ups can participate and explore their choice of books. There’s probably a summer reading program at your local library,Continue reading “Summer Reading…Are You In?”
Fantastical Pup Toys
Hi, all. I hope you are doing well. My work-in-progress, The Galdur Snow Dog, is awaiting a publisher. I’m currently giving traditional publishing a shot, though I have self-publishing as a Plan B option in case a traditional publisher doesn’t come around. If you’ve been following my blog, you may have heard that The GaldurContinue reading “Fantastical Pup Toys”
K.A. Ramstad 