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
It’s time for our second promised post with artist, Lisa Sheets. Our conversation explores three new Covid-19 themed collages, plus a new surprise. This is more than an art show. It’s an art show and tell. Let’s dive in, Dreamwalkers. Welcome back, Lisa. Let’s start with The Rainbow. “The Rainbow” mixed media collage by Lisa… Read more
Dear Dreamwalkers. You’re in for a treat! I have such talented friends and colleagues at Erin Murphy Literary Agency. So I was lucky enough to snag both the author and the illustrator of a fabulous new chapter book for a fun interview. Drumroll please! Introducing Dear Beast by Dori Hillestad Butler Illustrated by Kevan Atteberry… Read more
Posted on 05/10/2020 by Janet Lee Carey
Tags: Chapter Books,Children's Authors,Children's book series,Children's Books Illustrators,children's literature,Dori Hillestad Butler,Family,Friendship,Holiday House,Kevan Atteberry,Pets,School Librarians,School Library Journal
Dear Dreamwalkers, my good friend and fellow author Laurie Ann Thompson joins us today for a new Creative Conversation. Laurie’s beautiful award-winning children’s books offer future change-makers hope and inspiration, providing paths to a better world. Laurie was kind enough to introduce me to the amazing Ammi-Joan Paquette her agent, and now mine. Thanks, Laurie!… Read more
Posted on 04/27/2020 by Janet Lee Carey
Tags: Atheneum Books for Young Readers,Children's Librarians,children's literature,Elementary School Librarians,Elizabeth Warren,Elizabeth Warren's Big Bold Plans,Erin Murphy Literary Agency,Picture Book Biographies,Simon & Schuster,Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators,Stories of Courage and Hope
Dear Dreamwalkers. After seeing Lisa Sheets recent artwork, I asked if she’d swing by Dreamwalks to talk with me about her collages. We had so much fun exploring her collages together. This is the first of two posts, taking a deep dive into her artform. Welcome Lisa! Can you tell us how Abundance of Caution… Read more
