There have been so many great books released this past year, I had to squeeze in one more multi-book post highlighting some of my favorites.
Author: Marcia Strykowski
Children's Book Author from New England. MG books: CALL ME AMY, AMY'S CHOICE, ROLLER BOY, and a 4th one in 2027! Picture books include THE PUFFIN WHO WHISPERED, coming in 2026. www.marciastrykowski.com
New 2025 Picture Books!
There have been so many wonderful new books lately! This post will focus mostly on picture books from three successful publishers who generously shared new
TERRY FARISH’S POWERFUL NEW YA NOVEL: GO HOME
In a world beset by anger and fear, what does it mean to protect one’s home and family? So starts the publisher’s description about one
Meet Author/Illustrator Berrie Torgan-Randall!
Hi, Writers’ Rumpus fans! It’s my pleasure to welcome Berrie Torgan-Randall to our blog today. She not only wrote the words to her debut graphic
Brand New Water-Splashed Picture Books!
I’m excited to review several new picture books generously provided and published by Candlewick Press. These beauties all share a summertime theme and take place
Interview with Debut Picture Book Author Debbie Murphy
Marcia Strykowski: Hi Debbie, your debut picture book, Jackie and the Mona Lisa is delightful! Let’s get right to some questions as I’m sure everyone
New Picture Books!
Always fun to receive brand new picture books in the mail for review purposes. What I love best about this particular group of beautiful books
Beautiful Board Books!
Candlewick Press has done it again. They are consistently publishing gorgeous books for all ages, from babies to young adults. I received the following board
Meet Prolific Author Margo Sorenson!
I’ve long been a fan of Margo Sorenson’s work and I’m thrilled to interview her on the book birthday of her latest picture book: Calvin
Creative Walking
I always enjoy Writers’ Rumpus blog posts, whether they be debut book announcements, interviews with prolific authors and illustrators, or timely tips of the trade.
Just in Time for Holiday Shopping
With December holidays right around the corner, I thought it would be fun to share some children’s books I’ve recently read and reviewed. Hope you
Picture Book Biographies
We live in a most exciting time, one of abundant picture book biographies! At my library, patrons of all ages check out these books. One
How to Use Goodreads
Goodreads is the best method I’ve found to keep track of my reading. This site can also help you discover new books to read. There’ll
E. B. White
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