Ivan Van Norman is a Talk Show Host at Geek & Sundry, a CMO / Partner at Hunters Entertainment, and is also the author of some fantastic picture books featuring the subject of RPGs and gaming. The ABCs of D&D, The 123s of D&D, The ABCs of RPGS, along with activity books have provided a… Continue reading Author / Creator Spotlight: Ivan Van Norman
Today’s Spotlight is author/illustrator Caroline Ward. I met Ms. Ward while she was doing a book signing near Yorktown beach. Her books are available on Amazon: The Adventures of Little Bit: Little Bit Goes To England. The Adventures of Little Bit: Little Bit Goes To France. Follow Little Bit’s adventures on Facebook. Tell us a… Continue reading Author/Illustrator Spotlight: Caroline Ward
Welcome back, Michael Thompson! In our last interview we discussed your journey of becoming an author and focused on your most recent book World of the Orb. Congratulations on your newest publication, Winslow Hoffner’s Incredible Encounters. For more information about Michael Thompson, please visit his website. What is Winslow Hoffner’s Incredible Encounters about? Thanks Donna,… Continue reading Author Spotlight: Welcome back, Michael Thompson
Aleron Kong has written an incredible LitRPG saga, beginning with The Land: Founding. I had a great time speaking with him during our interview. He is every bit as enjoyable and funny as his characters! For more information, please check the LitRPG site, and Aleron Kong’s Patreon, Forum, Newsletter, Blog, Youtube, and Street Team. Tell… Continue reading Author Spotlight: Aleron Kong
The moment I sat at Amanda Cockrell’s desk to discuss the MFA in Children’ Literature program, I knew I needed to enroll. It wasn’t just the beautiful campus where Margaret Wise Brown once walked, the incredible list of classes, and the outstanding faculty and staff. Amanda has a genuine love for her students, and pride… Continue reading Author Spotlight: Amanda Cockrell
Children’s book author/illustrator Brian Lies has created thirty children’s books, including his New York Times bestselling bat books (Bats at the Beach, Bats at the Library, Bats at the Ballgame and Bats in the Band. His most recent illustrated books are Gator Dad (HMH 2016), a middle grade novel, Malcolm Under the Stars (by W.H.… Continue reading Author / Illustrator Spotlight: Brian Lies
Conventions are a great way to get to know people, especially those who share similar interests. It was my pleasure to meet Micheal Thompson at RavenCon this year. Michael Thompson is an author and illustrator from Northern Virginia known locally for his children’s chapter books and sci-fi/fantasy works for young adults. His new release, World… Continue reading Author/Illustrator Spotlight Michael Thompson
Ashley Wolff has been a visual artist since she declared herself one at the age of 5. She grew up in Middlebury, Vermont and holds a BFA from Rhode Island School of Design. Ashley is the author and/or illustrator of over 60 children’s picture books including In the Canyon by Liz Garton Scanlon, Baby Bear… Continue reading Artist/Author Spotlight Ashley Wolff
Sarah King is among the many I know through Hollins University. More about her and her incredible art can be found at her website. As you will see, she is a talented artist. Her picture book about a guinea pig is wonderful, and she even reveals a little about her upcoming picture book! Tell us… Continue reading Author/Illustrator Spotlight: Sarah King
Michael is a fellow Hollins student in the MFA in Children’s Literature program. It has been a pleasure getting to know him and read his works in our classes. He has published several stories, including one he wrote during one of our summer classes. This delightful interview gives you a taste of the wit and… Continue reading Author Spotlight: Michael M. Jones