Helen Wu and Songju Ma Daemicke: Will Write for Cookies and COVID-19

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HELEN WU AND SONGJU MA DAEMICKE

I’m thrilled to welcome these two talented women! People say that when you need something done, find the busiest people and ask them…they will know how to get things done. And that is definitely the case here. We are in the middle of an unprecedented situation and kids and parents need information about COVID-19. Books are a fabulous way to help kids learn about stuff…but how do you get a book out there QUICKLY?

Enter Helen and Songju. They collaborated and produced a wonderful book that they are offering as a FREE download to EVERYONE! WOW! And guess what? Today, right here on Will Write for Cookies, they are providing Continue reading →

Perfect Picture Book Friday: MARIE CURIE and the Power of Persistence PLUS Giveaway

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Happy Perfect Picture Book Friday, my friends.

I love when new books come out and I know the author and/or illustrator. And it’s especially cool when I’ve actually met them…in person! These days, with social distancing, that isn’t happening very often. But luckily, a few months ago, I happened to be in the Chicago area and was able to have lunch with the wonderful author of today’s featured book. We even spent a few minutes at one of the local bookstores in Evanston, Bookends and Beginnings. And because Karla is such a sweetheart, she is offering a copy of this brand-new only-out-in-the-world-for-a-week book as a giveaway!

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LORI ALEXANDER: Will Write for Cookies Plus GIVEAWAY

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TODAY’S GUEST

LORI ALEXANDER

It’s a great pleasure for me to welcome Lori Alexander who is returning for a second time to the Will Write for Cookies spotlight. Back in 2017, we did a Perfect Picture Book Friday post for FAMOUSLY PHOEBE and a Q&A with Lori.  And when I discovered that we are HMH sisters for her newest books…with the same incredible editor, the awesome Ann Rider., I knew I had to ask her back.  Continue reading →