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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.
The American Library Association's Biggest Burning Question!
What do Mo Willems, Tanya Stone, Tony DiTerlizzi, Linda Sue Park, David Levithan, Jon Scieszka, Laurie Halse Anderson, Ellen Hopkins, Libba Bray, Dianne de las Casas, and Peter Sis have in…
Not Your Father's Father's Day Books
I went on Good Morning, Connecticut today and you know, I really didn’t want to go the usual Father’s Day Hallmark-y sapfest direction. You can find that pretty much anywhere…
Contest!
As you know, I made a little video about my adventures at BEA, Book Expo America. To see it, click the TV link over there on the left. I asked…
It's Radio Day!
Today on the show I will speak to an old friend, (okay, she’s not that old) author and poet Susan Taylor Brown. Every April is poetry month. This past April,…
Book Expo America and The Burning Question
I know – I’m a tad overdue on getting this video done. But just think: digital nightmare and you’ll know the blackholetimesuck I’ve been in. Enjoy! Oh, and please send…
May WTNH Appearance
Oh well, I may be a week late, but at least I’m on timeish! http://feeds.feedburner.com/BrainBurps
Peter Reynolds Interview and…
Ever want to ask author/illustrator Peter Reynolds a question? Call him today at 4pm at (646) 595-4478. He’s the guy who illustrates the hugely popular Judy Moody series by Megan…
Busy Days!
I’m trying to figure out a regular schedule for all the social media stuff we authors like to keep up with…or need to keep up with? I have somehow –…
How do you help a child who has to deal with death?
Well, I started my radio series with Hope Vestergaard, author of Potty Animals and we had a lot of fun laughing at our very sophisticated potty humor jokes. But I hope you’ll…
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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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