Join Me in Supporting Epilepsy Action: National Doodle Day Fundraiser
I’m excited to share that I’m participating in National Doodle Day, a fantastic fundraising event hosted by Epilepsy Action—a charity dedicated to supporting people whose lives are affected by epilepsy. This annual event brings together artists, illustrators, and even...
Behind the Scenes of “Amora Fedora and the Great Hat Trick”
Hello, fellow book lovers! Today, I’m thrilled to share a behind-the-scenes look at a wonderful project I recently had the pleasure of working on: "Amora Fedora and the Great Hat Trick," written by the talented Pauline Ho and brought to life with charming...
Grimmfay: The Circus of Fairy Tales and Dreams
I have some exciting news for all you bookworms out there! Brace yourselves because the fabulous Grimmfay by author M. T. DeSantis is now available to purchase on Kindle! It's time to immerse yourself in a world of enchantment and adventure. Now, I know what you're...
Moving Mountains: Hart Girls’ Adventures
I am absolutely thrilled to announce that I have the pleasure of working with an incredible Leigh Ann Hughes on her latest masterpiece, "Moving Mountains". And let me tell you, this story is going to rock your literary world! If these 3 sisters look familiar, you may...
How to Find a Children’s Book Illustrator (5 Tips & Insights)
Welcome, fellow dreamers and picture book enthusiasts! Today, I've teamed up with the talented folks from At Home Author to bring you my 5 top tips to help you find your perfect illustrator. Because let's face it, searching for the Picasso of children's book...
Howl Sweet Howl
Are you adventurous enough to hunt down a wild werewolf?Howl Sweet Howl (Hart Girl's Adventures)Ooh! Do you hear that? It must be a full moon if the werewolf is howling again. That wolf howls every full moon, but no one in town has ever seen him, even with all the...
ya and children’s chapter book cover illustrations
every book deserves to have a beautiful cover designThe King's Decree By Torina KingsleyBook covers are an important sales tool for a wide range of stories, whether it's a children's picture book, a chapter book, YA novel, adult story or even a non-fiction. It's...
Super Max’s Hero Surprise
I am SO excited to share with you the latest project that I have been working on! Super Max's Hero Surprise is the second book in the Super Max Series. In the first installment, Super Max and the Math Menace, we are introduced to Max, a delightfully supportive friend...
Spring-Paw Jax
Spring-Paw Jax is officially a competition winner! I am so excited to say that we have officially been named the winner of the Steamforged Halloween Competition 2020! It was announced on 1st December on the Painting Polygons Facebook page. I'm sorry this has taken so...
Top Ten Tips for Finding Your Next Illustrator!
So you've written a children's book? Yay! The process of getting your book edited, illustrated and published can be a very exciting and rewarding experience, with lots of updates and sketches flying into your inbox. But how do you start? How do you find an illustrator...