Busy Summer!
I’ve been posting less frequently in the last couple of weeks – except the podcast. But I’ve been busy!And today I just hired a contractor on eLance.com, which I’ve mentioned…
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Thoughts on picture book writing, publishing advice, behind-the-scenes stories, and inspiration for writers and readers of all ages.
#104 – Facebook Applications, a Critique, and William Joyce
Subscribe for: iPod, iPhone & iTunes In this episode you’ll hear about Facebook applications, a critique, and William Joyce, but more specifically you’ll hear… a Mr. Schu review of Giants…
Social Media is Not Just for Business!
It was a quiet holiday week and I’m back now. One part wasn’t quiet, though! It’s a personal story but relates to why we need to be connected. Social media…
#103 – A Marketing Expert Explains How to Promote Yourself as an Author
You’ve got a ton of ways to promote yourself as an author. But it can be confusing and overwhelming! Do you feel that way? Like this? Click to share…
4th of July Eats!
National pride. But also fireworks, friends, family and food is what I think of when I think 4th of July! I LOVE this holiday. We live near a small CT…
Secrets to Get Kids Reading
Guest post by Kathryn Starke Find her on Facebook or Twitter! As parents and teachers, we have to get creative to motivate children to enjoy reading. We are competing with…
#102 – How to Market Self-Published Poetry for Kids
Subscribe to the podcast! Click to tweet. How do you market a self-published book of poetry for kids? This podcast interview with poet and social media maven Greg Pincus will…
Big Chicken on Display at ALA Conference in Anaheim
See that orange image with the big chicken reading to the little chicken? That’s the Big Chicken reading to the Little Chicken at this year’s annual ALA conference! From Little…
My BlogWorld & New Media Expo Session
Here is the audio recording of my session at BlogWorld & New Media Expo a couple of weeks ago. It is only one of over 100 recorded sessions from BlogWorld…
Calling All Teachers!
If your school blocks YouTube, here is a great thing for you! I know about TeacherTube.com but how could I not know about this?
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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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