The first in a series inviting you into the secret spots where we writers and illustrators work on our craft in solitude. Stop by here each Thursday to peek into another private space.
It never fails. When I settle down to write, my dear husband rushes to my sde, asking, “Honey, are you all right?”

I don’t blame him. The first [...]

‘Tis the season for lists. So, in this spirit I offer you one of my own: Read-aloud books that fit the season. These are books that our family has read to each other over the years and have been perennial pleasers. This isn’t a comprehensive list of books for the season, not even the best [...]

Today, Boni Ashburn (author of Hush, Little Dragon) blogged about “Great Gifts for Word Lovers”. She lists some terrific books for anyone who loves words, and I imagine most writers out there are word-addicts, as I am! Picture book writers, especially, are always looking for The Perfect Word. I’m joined at the spine to my [...]