Monthly Archives: June 2012

“12x12in12 Party” Downunder!

Posted on 25/06/2012 by Diane Tulloch

Warm and reassuring, friendships abound, Platefuls of whit, served with talent is found. Here you can ask any question or prompt, to encourage an idea you have to bear fruit. Inspiration is here, there and everywhere, Just follow the directions … Continue reading →

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Writing from the Heart: Laura Smith, author -June ’12 World of Ink Virtual Tour

Posted on 20/06/2012 by Diane Tulloch

Are you interested in reading a gripping, powerfully honest and spiritually moving account of life with all its ups and downs, joys and sorrows, heartbreak and hope.  Step into the life of one such author, join me in welcoming my quest……. … Continue reading →

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“PICTURE PERFECT BOOK” – FRIDAY

Posted on 16/06/2012 by Diane Tulloch

“The Sandman” Author:  Udo Weigelt Illustrated by:   Sibylle Heusser Translated by:   J. Alison James Published by:   North-South Books Ages:  3 – 7 years Theme:   friendship, sleep, dreams, loneliness Opening Lines:   Every night when the Sandman came home from dusting the … Continue reading →

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Author Viji K. Chary – June ‘12 World of Ink Virtual Tour

Posted on 12/06/2012 by Diane Tulloch

Please welcome my Guest Author – Viji K Chary   Viji K. Chary was born in India and immigrated to the United States at the age of two. Her passion for writing stories began in elementary school and has evolved from … Continue reading →

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Virtual Blog Tours: What They are and How to Use Them to Gain Traffic.

Posted on 11/06/2012 by Diane Tulloch

As many of you are thinking of doing Blog Tours or Blog Hops I thought you might like some well thought-out guidelines or help in conducting a successful Tour.  I am very pleased to welcome Virginia Grenier back to my blog … Continue reading →

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‘PERFECT PICTURE BOOK’ – FRIDAY

Posted on 09/06/2012 by Diane Tulloch

In keeping with my travel through Aotearoa this week I thought I would share this Legend told in picture book with you… ‘PAIKEA’ Retold and illustrated by:  Robyn Kahukiwa Published by:  Puffin Books   the Penquin Group  NZ Ages:  4 – 8 … Continue reading →

Posted in Aotearoa, Folklore / multicultural, Picture Book Review | 12 Comments

“Snow Games”

Posted on 06/06/2012 by Diane Tulloch

“Pop”       “Clink”      Have you all got a glass to celebrate? I can’t tell you how tickled pink and bubbling over with excitement I was, when I heard Joanna, one of my lovely Children’s Book Hubber buddies announced her first book, … Continue reading →

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“Wander with me in Aotearoa”

Posted on 04/06/2012 by Diane Tulloch

It seemed fitting somehow to continue this week with my wanderings down country as I celebrate one of my Hubber friends publication on uTales  (with a fun post and book review coming soon.) We last visited Mount Maunganui and the Jazz Festival … Continue reading →

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“Perfect Picture Book” – Friday

Posted on 02/06/2012 by Diane Tulloch

I have been meaning to continue with my “Wandering with me in Aotearoa” posts, and indeed I will.  The next couple of these posts will be of interest to an online buddy of mine from the Children’s Hub as she … Continue reading →

Posted in 12x12in12, Aotearoa, Picture Book Review | Tagged | 20 Comments