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Belinda Landsberry's new picture book

September 27, 2019

Congrats to Belinda Landsberry on her superb illustrations and text for

Once I Was Loved

Published by EK Books, in hardback

For ages 3 - 99.

An old toy rabbit finds himself in a box being donated to charity. ‘But it wasn’t always this way,’ Tock sadly reflects. ‘Once, I was loved.’ A celebration of love, this heart warming story will resonate with readers of all ages.

Love the sound - and look! of this! Congrats again Belinda!

In New Books Tags Belinda Landsberry
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Another picture book for Jess Racklyeft

September 27, 2019

Congrats, yet again! to Jess Racklyeft on her wonderful illustrations for

The First Christmas

Published by Puffin/Penguin, in hardback

For ages 0 - 6.

The First Christmas perfectly captures the wonder of the nativity, and celebrates the Christmas spirit of togetherness. Full of hope for the future and the joy of family, this is a classic picture book to share, year after year.

Sure to be a hit - congrats once again Jess!

In New Books Tags Jess Racklyeft
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New picture book for Tania McCartney and Jess Racklyeft

September 27, 2019

Congrats to SCBWI members Jess Racklyeft and Tania McCartney on the publication of

Ivy Bird

Written by Tania. illustrated by Jess

Published by Windy Hollow, in hardback

For ages 3 - 6.

Introducing an aviary of beautiful birds to little ones, Ivy Bird is a celebration of nature, friendship and the love and comfort found in feathering the nest.

Sounds - and looks! - delightful! Congrats again Jess and Tania!

In New Books Tags Jess Racklyeft, Tania McCartney
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