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”

Wendelin Van Draanen

Hi, all. Get to meet a children’s and young adult author. Here, M Liz Boyle interviews one on her blog. Wendelin Van Draanen, author of Flipped, The Running Dream, and the Sammy Keyes books, shares stories behind her books and offers thoughtful advice for aspiring authors. Without further ado, here’s M Liz’s and Wendelin’s conversation.

My Book-in-Progress…and Dog Treats

Hi, everyone. I’m still writing my book, The Galdur Snow Dog. For those of you who are just reading this blog, it’s a middle-grade book about a special breed of dog from the fictional island Galdur. They have magical traits, such as: Sneezing colors into the snow Running across water Smelling like vanilla peppermint DidContinue reading “My Book-in-Progress…and Dog Treats”

Easter Crafts and Recipes

Getting ready for Easter? Or to be truer to why Christians celebrate, Resurrection Day? If you’re still looking for things to do that day, Clubhouse Magazine has recipe and craft ideas for you to check out. Here are a few examples: Aren’t these sock bunnies cute? This recipe for Easter Crown Bread is an EasternContinue reading “Easter Crafts and Recipes”

A Video to Make You Smile

In the spirit of my work-in-progress, The Galdur Snow Dog, here’s a video of cute husky puppies. The dogs in my book are more like Malamutes, but huskies are similar, right? The main character in my story is a magic, Malamute-like dog named Joy. She starts out as a little pup, then she grows intoContinue reading “A Video to Make You Smile”

This Wednesday is the Last Day

For all of you who have looked at my beta copy of The Galdur Snow Dog, this Wednesday is the last day to submit your input to my email. Don’t you love it when I keep reminding you? 🙂 Again, thank you for your help. You are very much appreciated.