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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.

How Cool Is This Widget?!

I received a Google Alert and found this widget on the HarperCollins site. Now I can obsess about the debut of my novel during every waking moment. Hmmm. Not sure…
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Book Launch Par-tay!

I am SO excited! Bank Street Books on the upper west side of Manhattan will be hosting my launch party on May 1 from 5-7 pm. I’m thrilled, because it…
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Who You Voting For?

No! Not for president! For the important stuff – the Oscars, baby! Last year I won $40 because I tied for first at the party we were at. Tonight, same…
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Vote!

If you’re in one of the primary states, don’t forget to vote! http://feeds.feedburner.com/BrainBurps
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Is It Worth Continuing This Blog?

I know I don’t post often enough, but that’s because it never feels like anyone ever reads it. Sob! Poor me, right? Well someone alerted me to this fabulous cartoon…
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All Those Headquarters

I don’t get it. All the headquarters CNN showed last night, with the cheering (or crying) people were NOT the places WE saw! I wonder if the candidates rent more…
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New Hampshire Primary!

See? It’s only the 6th day of the year, and already I’m blogging. Now if I can keep my other resolutions I’ll be an amazing person of incredible conviction. In…
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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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