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

Ask the Expert!

Well, I’ve finally set it all up. Check it out! If you want to meet an agent, look at this page. I’ve still more to do, but this’ll get you…
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Baby Steps to Learning to Read

Congrats! You’re expecting a baby! Start talking, baby! Not the baby. I mean YOU. These days we know it’s not so crazy as it sounds: that developing children’s literacy skills…
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What Would Make it Worth it For YOU?

I have a question for you… I’m upgrading my newsletter email service and because it’ll require people to do the hassle task of clicking through, I want to offer something…
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Banned Books Week

In honor of Banned Books Week, Bookmans, an Arizona bookstore, created this video. Go read a banned book!
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#112 – All About Pinterest

Subscribe to the podcast here! This week is all about Pinterest for me, since I’m hosting the webinar on Thursday! I’m really excited and kind of nervous. There are 269…
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Answer to Pinterest Webinar Question

The Pinterest webinar will be available for all registered participants, whether you are able to attend or not, for 24 hours after the live event. After that it will be…
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Are You a Multitasker?

So what do you think? Are you a multitasker? Can you write and rub your tummy and illustrate a book at the same time?   Join 1951 other smart subscribers!…
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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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