Here are some best websites:
I took a look at www.justonemorebook.com and listened to the podcast. Kathy Lowinger speaks about the book industry. An informative podcast for everyone interested in children's books. But there's much much more on this site. Check it out.
Margriet Ruurs' website is one of my ultimate favorites: http://www.margrietruurs.com
Her books are outstanding!
Someone wrote in saying they enjoy websites from these authors: "Linda Granfield (author), Martha Newbigging (illustrator), Werner Zimmerman (illustrator and author) and Loris Lesynski (illustrator and author)". Also of interest is a publishing house website called www.tundrabooks.com
A best book called Writer's Market - Where and How to Sell What You Write is available at Barnes and Noble Bookstore.
Another best book is found at http://www.acornpresscanada.com/bubbaex.html
called Bubba Begonia, You'll Be Sorry!
Check it out!
Thanks to all that wrote in, keep it coming!
All the best,
Lily Erlic
Children's Author
Thursday, September 13, 2007
Wednesday, September 12, 2007
Best Publishing House Websites
Every once in a while I will be featuring best websites. Here are a few today.
Here is my list for best publishing house websites.
http://www.sylvandellpublishing.com/TeachingActivitiesPage.htm
This website has
http://www.teachinglearning.com
Included in their website are
Please write to me if you have a website for me to view. I will check it out and see if it will make my Best list for children's books. My e-mail is lily.erlic@shaw.ca
Here is my list for best publishing house websites.
http://www.sylvandellpublishing.com/TeachingActivitiesPage.htm
This website has
a free 20-80 page "Teaching Activities" online supplement for each book that includes:
- Questions for before and after reading the book
- Language Arts
- Science
- Math
- Research and Geography
- Character Related (where applicable)
- Bingo and other fun games or coloring pages
http://www.teachinglearning.com
Included in their website are
- Teacher Resources
- Social Studies
- Math
- Science
- Language Arts
- Four Square Writing
- Responsibility Ed.
- Arts and Crafts
- Poster Papers
- Karen's Kids Clip Art
Please write to me if you have a website for me to view. I will check it out and see if it will make my Best list for children's books. My e-mail is lily.erlic@shaw.ca
Thursday, September 6, 2007
Famous People and their Favorite Children's Books
Do you ever wonder what some of the favorite children's books are of celebrities? I posed this question to myself. I wanted some answers so I decided to dig, I am research. Drew Barrymore's favorite is The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupery. Tim Allen's favorite kid's book is Curious George by Margret and H.A. Rey. Here is a great website for those of you who want to find out more: http://www.nea.org/readacross/resources/celebooks.html
Tuesday, September 4, 2007
Author's New Websites
Hi all,
Shane Peacock has two new websites:
Shane Peacock has two new websites:
www.theboysherlockholmes.com
Anyone else who would like to link their website, please feel free to write in.
All the best,
Lily Erlic
Anyone else who would like to link their website, please feel free to write in.
All the best,
Lily Erlic
Sunday, September 2, 2007
Making the Best of Rejection
How many rejections have you received lately? I have received many but don't let that get you down. Read your rejection carefully. A rejection can sometimes be a disguise, the editors sometimes give you hints or suggestions if they like the work because they want you to resubmit. Some editors do this initially to 'feel you out' so to speak. They want to know they are receiving work from a hard working author that is willing to commit to a job. Editors need dedication from an author to get the work done. That's why many of them stick to authors they have known for years and ones they trust.
If an editor writes a personal note, that means they are encouraging you to improve on the manuscript. Editors are busy and usually do not write personal notes but if they see something that they think has potential, they will scribble something on the letter. Even though they have rejected your work, they are telling you that you have something here and don't give up until you have polished your work completely.
A form letter, though, is a rejection that is to the point, meaning that they do not want the work at all. In the form letter, if they do mention 'we wish you best of luck elsewhere'. I think they do mean this part. Try another publisher!
If an editor writes a personal note, that means they are encouraging you to improve on the manuscript. Editors are busy and usually do not write personal notes but if they see something that they think has potential, they will scribble something on the letter. Even though they have rejected your work, they are telling you that you have something here and don't give up until you have polished your work completely.
A form letter, though, is a rejection that is to the point, meaning that they do not want the work at all. In the form letter, if they do mention 'we wish you best of luck elsewhere'. I think they do mean this part. Try another publisher!
Saturday, September 1, 2007
Authors and their Books
Wow! I have been getting many e-mails about my blog. Thanks to all.
One author, Likai from China wrote in about his book. He says, "I'm a freelance author in China but writing stories in English. I have just had my story book published by Mill Creek Press in Salt Lake City, Utah, U.S.A. My book is called Shuisheng the Mallard. It tells the adventures of a group of wild ducks flying to the south for the harsh winter. On the way, they met a lot of difficulties and dangers but they managed to arrived at their winter home and had a happy life there."
Laural also wrote to me and said, "My new book, "Catching Forever" is my first middle-grade novel after seven picture books.Catching Forever, Laurel Dee Gugler, James Lorimer & Co. Ltd. (part of the StreetLights series), 2007. This Junior-Grade fictional novel draws on the author's memories of growing up in a rural Mennonite community. The book speaks to universal themes of a need for acceptance and standing up to bullies."
Kevin wrote in and mentioned a book that he is creating with his wife. He says, "Her
JOY THE JELLYFISH PAGE:
Anyone else with announcements of their book, please e-mail me.
One author, Likai from China wrote in about his book. He says, "I'm a freelance author in China but writing stories in English. I have just had my story book published by Mill Creek Press in Salt Lake City, Utah, U.S.A. My book is called Shuisheng the Mallard. It tells the adventures of a group of wild ducks flying to the south for the harsh winter. On the way, they met a lot of difficulties and dangers but they managed to arrived at their winter home and had a happy life there."
Laural also wrote to me and said, "My new book, "Catching Forever" is my first middle-grade novel after seven picture books.Catching Forever, Laurel Dee Gugler, James Lorimer & Co. Ltd. (part of the StreetLights series), 2007. This Junior-Grade fictional novel draws on the author's memories of growing up in a rural Mennonite community. The book speaks to universal themes of a need for acceptance and standing up to bullies."
Kevin wrote in and mentioned a book that he is creating with his wife. He says, "Her
name is Kristen Collier.
I am illustrating a children's book for her she has written titled "Joy
the Jellyfish" to be published around Thanksgiving by Dragonfly Publishing." Here is the website:I am illustrating a children's book for her she has written titled "Joy
JOY THE JELLYFISH PAGE:
Anyone else with announcements of their book, please e-mail me.
Friday, August 31, 2007
Famous People Writing Children's Books
What do you think of famous people writing children's books? Madonna wrote The English Roses in September 2003. The book is illustrated by Jeffrey Fulvimari. All of a sudden, a famous singer writes a children's book? Why? She is entitled to produce her creativity as we all do but let's face it, did she receive any guidance or instruction on how to write a picture book? Are there true elements of a picture book in her story? Is it worthy of a Mr. Christie Book award or a Newbery Medal? Read the book and then answer these questions if you please.
Billy Crystal, another famous person, penned a picture book called I Already Know I Love You, illustrated by Elizabeth Sayles. You can find it here: http://www.amazon.com/gp/reader/0060593911/ref=sib_dp_pop_ex/103-6828779-0887843?ie=UTF8&p=S00C#reader-link
The famous authors will get automatic recognition when their books hit the shelves. This is their advantage. Thank goodness, the less famous, like myself can at least write this blog and get published and get read right away! (To be continued)
Billy Crystal, another famous person, penned a picture book called I Already Know I Love You, illustrated by Elizabeth Sayles. You can find it here: http://www.amazon.com/gp/reader/0060593911/ref=sib_dp_pop_ex/103-6828779-0887843?ie=UTF8&p=S00C#reader-link
The famous authors will get automatic recognition when their books hit the shelves. This is their advantage. Thank goodness, the less famous, like myself can at least write this blog and get published and get read right away! (To be continued)
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