The world is definitely a scary place for many right now. Books can help provide comfort and a moment of respite. That’s why I’m always so excited when authors approach me to feature their books. And I especially LOVE Cover Reveals…the first peek at a new creation!

Oh my gosh! This is a cover that DEFINITELY jumps out at you! Such a bold and vibrant used of the title words as art!
Here’s a little bit about the book from the Amazon pre-order page (the book launches June 25, 2024)
Engage even the most can’t-sit-still little ones with this laugh-out-loud, interactive picture book for fans of The Book with No Pictures and The Monster at the End of This Book!
If this book were cursed, then you would probably become cursed if you read it. You’d start to experience strange symptoms, like the wiggles, the giggles, trouble licking your elbow, and all your food tasting like cabbage. And then you would need to take silly steps to break the curse, like reading a goofy poem or smelling someone’s feet.
Luckily for you, there’s no need to worry because this book is definitely not cursed! So read away without fear.
And here’s a little bit about author Megan:
I have an MFA in screenwriting from UCLA and am a working and produced comedy screenwriter. About 8 years ago I decided to apply my writing skills to pursue a career in kid-lit and after many silly mistakes and long hours in the query trenches, my debut picture book, THIS BOOK IS DEFINITELY NOT CURSED– Simon and Schuster, will finally be arriving in June 2024! I also work as a freelance editor, copywriter, and ghostwriter, and work part-time in a children’s bookstore. I live in Portland, OR with my son, my boyfriend, my boyfriend’s daughter, and two adorably weird tuxedo cats. I live for delicious food and all things funny, which means I spend a lot of time laughing with my mouth full.
Funny incident on my publishing journey: When I first started querying, I hadn’t done ANY research on the picture book industry. I wrote something, thought it was great, and began sending it to agents. That manuscript was 1700 words long and rhyming (I had no experience with rhyme either.) So yeah…. knowing what I know now, that was pretty dumb. Research is important, people.
YES! That’s great advice, Megan!
To connect with Megan and find out more about her books:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womeganwo/
Twitter (x): https://twitter.com/womeganwo
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089717143734
Website: www.meganwoodward.com
And here’s how to find out more about the amazing illustrator:
Instagram, Twitter: @risarodil
Facebook: facebook.com/risarodil
Website: risarodil.com
And guess what, dear friends? Megan is offering the lucky winner of the giveaway a choice:
Signed Copy of the book (when it’s released)
Picture book critique 1000 words or less
Ask me anything zoom chat
WOW! That’s exciting! Please make sure you leave a comment and share this post on your social media to be entered for a chance to win. And please do one of the following also:
Pre-order the book
Add the book to your WANT TO READ Goodreads shelf (I didn’t see a listing yet, but check in a month or two and it should be there)
Ask your local library to purchase a copy of the book
Thank you everyone for spending your precious time with us. I hope you all have a wonderful week!
Congratulations Megan! This book looks like a lot of fun!
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Congratulations, Megan!
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Congrats Megan! What a fun concept! 😉
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Congratulations Megan! I am sure that your sense of humor will will be a magnet for the readers. How funny that the name of the illustrator means laughter in Spanish. Good luck to both with the book.
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What a brilliant concept! Congratulations, Megan. This sounds hilarious.
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Congratulations on your book. Sounds like a fun read!
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Hooray for the silliness and giggles! Can’t wait to enjoy and giggle with my grands!!
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Congratulations and thanks for sharing!
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Megan, The cover is adorable! Can wait to read it! Congratulations!!!
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Thank you for this fun post! Looking forward to reading this.
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Oh, this made me laugh. First the book and then the story about querying a 1700 rhyming PB. My first PB didn’t rhyme, but it was more the length of an early chapter book, LOL. Congrats, Megan, on your debut! And congrats to the illustrator, Risa Rodil. The cover is hilarious!
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I adore this cover! Congratulations on your fun book. Thank you for sharing your first experience submitting your work and sharing your advice. I shared on tumblr and Pinterest.
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sounds fun! congrats!
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Megan, you are so funny! Can’t wait to read this.
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We love funny PBs in our house and this one looks fantastic! Can’t wait to read it! I’m entering a library request as soon as I finish writing this post. And sharing this giveaway on Twitter!
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The title is great! Looking forward to reading this pb! 🙂
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Congratulations and so much fun!
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Love your story about the ridiculously long rhyming picture book! Congratulations! Can’t wait to read this when it comes out. I would love a critique!
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Congrats, Megan. Sounds like a LOL sort of book that kids will love.
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Trouble licking your elbow? This book sounds like so much fun.
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