In Susanna Leonard Hill’s adorable picture book, CAN’T SLEEP WITHOUT SHEEP, little Ava can’t go to sleep. There are just too many things going on in her head. Even the sheep she enlists to help her get so fed up with the number of times she has them jumping that they quit. Ava tries to... Continue Reading →
It’s been that kind of day. You know, the kind of day where every little thing pushes you one step closer to the edge of cranky canyon? That woman at the table next to you who is talking loudly on her phone while you’re trying to write. The fact that you left your headphones at... Continue Reading →
I'm not always the best movie companion. There is something in me that can’t help trying to predict what is going to happen. My writer brain kicks in and instantly diagrams the plot. It wouldn’t be so bad if I could keep my mouth shut about it. But usually, somewhere in the first 10 minutes,... Continue Reading →
This week for Sub It Club, I’m sharing a post that I wrote a bit ago on struggling with the “What-about-meeeees!” in the writing community. I know that I needed the reminder, and I hope it speaks to some of you as well. A few years ago, my wonderfully crafty sister, Jill, made us... Continue Reading →
Today's the day! Thanks to all who entered the giveaway for SOPHIE'S ANIMAL PARADE. The winner is...drumroll please... SYLVIA LIU! Big congrats to Sylvia!
My name is Amy and I love reality television. There, I said it out loud. When you decide what to watch first on your DVR based on what you would be most embarrassed by if anyone saw it…well, you know you have a problem. One of my favorites is Project Runway. I love watching their... Continue Reading →
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