As March comes to an end and April shows its promise of spring, little ones get anxious to get outside and explore how the world is blooming around them. With COVID and winter we all feel a little cooped up. What better way to shake away those winter blues than to take a nature hike?… Continue reading Spring into Books
Category: Where the Loons Call
Stories from a writer’s heart … about Little Bear Lake, books, family, reading, gardening, and the moments that bring us home.
Soul Surfing
Where do you go to lose your mind? Today I’m going to write a little, read a little, make some Easter eggs and then head to the bookstore to lose my mind. Soul surfing through the isle of the bookstore, enjoying the beautiful smell of knowledge. I love the smell of books. They bring a peace… Continue reading Soul Surfing
How I Submerge Myself into Telling a Story
My Writing Process Today I thought I would take you through the winding process of how I write a story or in some cases a book. With my children’s books, they come very easily if I give myself the patience to not force myself to write. I know there are authors and writers who strive… Continue reading How I Submerge Myself into Telling a Story
Happy National Read Across America Day
Happy National Read Across America Day March 2, 2021 Happy National Read Across America Day on this day proclaimed in 1998 by the National Education Association. This popular day of celebration has been celebrated for over 2 decades now by young and old. Being able to read is a gift not known by everyone in… Continue reading Happy National Read Across America Day
The Caldecott Medal
The Caldecott Medal I thought it would be fun to tell you about a few awards that are given out to children’s stories. The first one, The Caldecott Medal.The Caldecott Medal began in 1937 recognizing the previous year’s most distinguished American picture book for children. Named for Randolph Caldecott, the award is given to the… Continue reading The Caldecott Medal
Reading Rocks!
Reading Rocks! Blueberry Pancake Publishing would like to introduce a new, fun activity for children and families. We are calling it Reading Rocks! Little Bear is encouraging little ones to read and have fun. He wants you to read not only his book... Excuse Me Sir, Do You Bark English? but he also wants you… Continue reading Reading Rocks!
Author Crush ~ Eric Carle
In honor of Read Across America Day today, wewould like to introduce you to Kelly Mattson. Kelly is interning with us atBlueberry Pancake Publishing this semester while she isfinishing her degree in Special Education fromStephen F. Austin University in Texas.Today she is sharing her thoughts and ideas aboutone of BPP's favorite author/illustrators.. Eric Carle.Eric Carle… Continue reading Author Crush ~ Eric Carle
One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blueberry Pancake Publishing Fish ~ Interning for a Children’s Author
One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish Blueberry Pancake Publishing FishInterning for a Children's Author Since summer break is beginning for college students in the United States, I thought I'd take a few moments to introduce you to my intern, Sarah. Sarah began interning for me this semester beginning in January 2020. She will continue interning… Continue reading One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blueberry Pancake Publishing Fish ~ Interning for a Children’s Author
Inspiration ~ Annie Laurie
Inspiration~ Annie Laurie Inspiration is defined as “The process of being mentally stimulated to do or feel something, especially to do something creative. “I thought I’d share with you the inspiration behind one of the main characters in my 2nd book. There are really 4 main characters... my grandma, her best friend, 6 children and… Continue reading Inspiration ~ Annie Laurie
Turning My Blog into a Book
Turning my Blog into a Book As many of you know, I am just a normal everyday American Girl. Well, for five years, this American Girl left her homeland and moved to Europe. This would not only turn out to be such a life altering event in my life but in the lives of my… Continue reading Turning My Blog into a Book
