Are you feeling called to create beyond your comfort zone? You’re not alone. The marvelous Trudi Trueit, author of the renowned Explorer Academy series with National Geographic, is here to talk about facing that challenge in big and small ways. This is risky business. Let’s talk about it. Janet: Welcome, Trudi. I was recently at… Read more
Dear Dreamwalkers, the posts weren’t reaching our subscribers. You may have noticed a Test Post we sent as my brave website manager worked through these wonky issues. Now I’m happy resend this month’s post in faith that it will reach you all. Huzzah! Welcome to Creative Conversations. Lean in close and eavesdrop on our latest… Read more
Posted on 10/13/2022 by Janet Lee Carey
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Welcome to Creative Conversations. Lean in close and eavesdrop on our latest chat about the creative process. Add your comments, too. We’d love to hear from you. One of my favorite creatives, Margaret Kellermann is here to Dreamwalk with us. Here we go. Janet: Hey, Margaret. I’m so happy to catch up with you on… Read more
Welcome Dreamwalkers to our newest Creative Conversation. I invited author, artist, and inspirational blogger Molly Blaisdell here to talk about a subject I’ve been struggling with this past year. So let’s dive in. Janet: Hey, Molly, it’s so good of you to stop by Dreamwalks. I’ve been wanting to talk with you about Creative Courage…. Read more
Posted on 07/05/2021 by Janet Lee Carey
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Dreamwalkers, here’s the second half of my conversation with artist and writer, Margaret Kellermann about doing art through this edgy time. We looked at painting last time. Now we make a leap to audio art as we discuss Margaret’s newest venture! Whether you’re moving forward, wandering around a creative crossroads, or standing on the edge… Read more
Posted on 06/01/2021 by Janet Lee Carey
Tags: Annie California Book One,art,Art and Courage,Artists,audio books,California,Children's books,Creative Challenges,Creative Courage,D. Scott Smith Motivational Listener,Family stories,Funds for Artists Resilience FAR Grant,Leaning into the Wind,Writers,Writing
This is an important time to witness where creativity goes when doors are closed.
Dreamwalkers, welcome Lily LaMotte, author of MEASURING UP! Illustrated by Ann Xu. Lily’s outstanding graphic novel for children hits the stands October 27th. I was lucky to snag her on launch week for a creative conversation! photo by Lucien LaMotte 10/27/ 2020 HarperAlley/HarperCollins ABOUT THE BOOK “A beautiful story about food, family, and finding your… Read more
Posted on 10/25/2020 by Janet Lee Carey
Tags: Ann Xu,children's graphic novels,Children's Librarians,children's literature,Comic Con,Fall 2020 Indie Next Selection,graphic novels,Harper Alley Harper Collins,Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection,KidLit,Lily LaMotte,Parents Magazine Book Nook,School Librarians,Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators,Taiwanese culture
October has come, and with it, the northwest rains. We had this conversation below before Anne’s summer fire. Air quality in Anne’s area still ranges from “good” to “dangerous.” As of now, she’s getting red flag warnings for extreme wildfire danger, and more smoke expected in the atmosphere. Anne says she will never ever take… Read more
Posted on 10/01/2020 by Janet Lee Carey
Tags: American Library Association,Anne Nesbet,Candlewick Press,Children's 1900s US Historical Fiction,Children's Authors,Children's Film Books,Children's Historical Fiction,children's literature,Courage,Daring Darleen Queen of the Screen,Erin Murphy Literary Agency,Girl Power,School Librarians,Silent Films,Starred Reviews,Writers Helping Writers,Writing Tips
Dear Dreamwalkers, remember last year’s amazing chat with Rosanne Parry? We talked about embodying character and showcased her new releases, Last of the Name, and A Wolf Called Wander. Well, over this past year, A Wolf Called Wander became a NYT bestseller. Bravo! Today, Rosanne’s swinging by to dreamwalk with us again as her newest… Read more
Posted on 08/31/2020 by Janet Lee Carey
Tags: A Whale of the Wild,American Library Association,Children's books,children's literature,Harper Collins,Independent Bookstores,Nature,NOAA,Ocean Conservation,School Libraries,Whales
Dreamwalkers, today we look to a fallen star and seek light in the darkness with the help of author/illustrator Faith Pray Faith’s a friend and fellow Dreamwalker. She’s stopping by to share the story behind her beautiful new picture book, The Starkeeper. This heart-changing story of hope is deeply healing. Please share it with your… Read more
Posted on 06/08/2020 by Janet Lee Carey
Tags: ALA,At Home Learning,book launch party,Children's Authors,Children's Books Illustrators,Children's Librarians,children's literature,Community,Faith Pray,Kindness,Light in the Darkness,Picture Books,School Libraries,Starkeeper Swag,Stories of Courage and Hope,The Starkeeper
