Argh I lost a great post!
I wrote a fabulous, funny entry and what happened to it? I hadn’t logged into Blogger, so when I clicked PUBLISH POST it all disappeared. Quickly now, because I have…
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Brain Burps Blog
Thoughts on picture book writing, publishing advice, behind-the-scenes stories, and inspiration for writers and readers of all ages.
School Visit Inquiry
My fall newsletter focuses on school visits so a recent email that ricocheted around various writer and illustrator listservs was of particular interest. That, and it was stunning in its…
Tyra Banks Loves Books
How cool is THIS?! Tyra Banks’ blogged about the signing I did at Books of Wonder. I blogged about it too, but I have a feeling her blog gets more…
Guest Blogging!
I’ve never done this, so it was very exciting. I was asked to be a guest blogger here. I know. I’m easily pleased, what can I say?! http://feeds.feedburner.com/BrainBurps
Radio Appearance Sked Change!
Sorry if you’re listening to these guys, wondering where I am…they are running late: CHANGE OF SCHEDULE: I’ll be on the Jonathan Brandmeier show (The Loop 97.9FM) AROUND 10:30am EDT,…
Me, on Live Radio Tomorrow Morning!
Anyone in the Chicago area, or anyone interested in streaming it live at http://www.wlup.com, I will be on the Jonathan Brandmeier show between 9am – 10 am EDT, answering questions…
In Honor of Times Is Tuf: Free Presentation Offer!
I’m making an offer to all librarians out there: Any public librarian who gets me a paid school visit in his/her town gets a free presentation at his/her library on…
Marketing (books!) at the ?? Market
Just to show that you never know where you’ll get your next bit of press, here is my most obscure connection so far! I’m not even going to tell you…
Wonderful Signing at Books of Wonder
OMG this was SO much fun. I was there with LISA McMANN (Wake), LINDA GERBER (Death by Bikini), MELISSA WALKER (Violet in Private),CLAIRE MYSKO(You’re Amazing!: A No-Pressure Guide to Being…
Totally Cool Signing Gig!
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…
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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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