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

Georgia Knows the Secret to Easing Kindergarten Jitters

Katie Davis July 29, 2008

Here is the story that is circulating around the fabulous reading state of Georgia: Georgia Knows the Secret to Easing Kindergarten Jitters When a child enters kindergarten it’s the first…

Totally Cool Signing Gig!

Katie Davis July 27, 2008

I am thrilled to announce I am FINALLY doing a signing at Books of Wonder in NYC. August 6, 6pm – 7:30, and with these talented writers: LISA McMANN Wake…

Lazy Summer or Not? You Be the Judge

Katie Davis July 27, 2008

I know. I’ve been really bad this summer with my blogging sked. I’ve been having a lovely lazy summer. Wait. Let me rephrase that. I’ve been working a lot, doing…

File Under Oh Why Didn't I Think Of That?

Katie Davis July 5, 2008

Just now, as I was making my world famous cold sesame noodles (for a rained out 4th of July concert on the green that ain’t gonna happen), I was listening…

WTNH Appearance!

Katie Davis July 5, 2008

This morning at the crack of the crack I drove to New Haven to be on the Connecticut ABC affiliate, NewsChannel 8. I had a blast! Watch it and tell…

Woohoo! SLJ Review

Katie Davis July 2, 2008

Except for that “pat” line at the bottom, how great is this from School Library Journal?!!! DAVIS, Katie. The Curse of Addy McMahon. illus. by author. 271p. CIP. HarperCollins/Greenwillow. 2008.…

Hidden Promotional Opportunities

Katie Davis June 26, 2008

You can never tell who you’re talking to. If you’re an author, you need to remember that. Just the other day I was on the phone, making reservations for the…

I’m so happy! I just found out about this fabulous review from Booklist! The novel opens with a comics-style “Autobiogra-strip.” Recurring at intervals throughout the book, this visual dairy dramatizes…

Mother/Daughter Book Club Recommendation!

Katie Davis June 18, 2008

I found this blog and boy was I thrilled I did! I couldn’t ask for a better review! And can you believe the activity suggestion at the end? I’m about…

Burning Bridges

Katie Davis June 16, 2008

Once again I’ve been shown that burning bridges is a really bad idea. No matter how much I want to scream and rant at someone, it’s just been proven to…

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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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