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Thoughts on picture book writing, publishing advice, behind-the-scenes stories, and inspiration for writers and readers of all ages.

Another Great Book Festival!

April 24-25 in Newburyport, Ma. Here is the info. I hope you’ll come see me! Please join us for Dinner with the Authors at the 4th Annual Newburyport Literary Festival…
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Mabel the Tooth Fairy Strikes Again

Tooth Fairy Sinks Teeth Into Dating World BEDFORD HILLS, N.Y. (Wireless Flash) — The Tooth Fairy is off the market, but there was a time when she couldn’t snag a…
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My Day in Prison

Have you ever wrapped your hands around your ankle, and stuck your foot deep into your mouth? Well, I did that in a big way today. But I got something…
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Um, Um, Um…Me on WTNH!

Um, I will um, definitely try to stop saying ‘um’! Can I use the ‘ole “my coffee hadn’t kicked in yet and I hadn’t slept all night, worried my alarm…
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On My Way

On my way to Ct. to b on TV tomorrow! WTNH ( ABC affiliate) around 7:15 a.m. if u r up at the crack of dawn! http://feeds.feedburner.com/BrainBurps
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Finally

Finally came up with a great character design for the book I’m working on and it’s all thanks to my newest BFF MJ Begin!! http://feeds.feedburner.com/BrainBurps
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More Positive Stuff!

In my quest for positive thinking, I have made a Positive Visualization Board. I find myself looking at it often throughout the day without even realizing it. It’s helping me…
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About the Blog

Welcome! I'm Katie Davis, a children's book author with a passion for helping writers bring their stories to life. Here you'll find tips, tricks, and tales from my twenty years in publishing.
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