Author Archives: Diane Tulloch

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About Diane Tulloch

Known also as the Patientdreamer I am a writer who loves to dream, and is passionate about writing stories for the young so that they may join me in the wonders of adventure in countries and cultures afar, and in special moments to remember.

“Perfect Picture Book” – Friday

Easter Eggs for Anya – A Ukrainian Celebration of New Life in Christ Written by: Virginia Kroll Illustrated by: Sally Wern Comport Published by:   Zonderkidz (January 23, 2007) Age:   4 – 7 years Series: Traditions of faith from around the … Continue reading

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Quincy and Buck

Welcome to another World of Ink Blog Hop…..  Author: Camille Matthews Illustrator: Michelle Black Publisher: Pathfinder Equine Publications (March 15, 2014) ISBN-10: 0981924042 ISBN-13: 978-0981924045 Ages: 5 – 7 years,   Kindergarten – 2 Book Series:   Quincy the Horse Books Theme:   Bullying, … Continue reading

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“Perfect Picture Book” – Friday

No English Written by: Jacqueline Jules Illustrated by: Amy Huntington Published by: Mitten Press, Imprint of Ann Arbor Media Group LLC 2007 Ages: 5 – 10 years Theme:   cross-culture friendship, misunderstanding Opening sentence: “No English,” the new girl said, shaking … Continue reading

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“Perfect Picture Book” – Friday

Angel Coming Written by:  Heather Henson Illustrated by:  Susan Gaber Published by:  Atheneum Books for Young Readers an imprint of Simon &Schuster Children’s Publishing Division.  2005 Age:  3 – 8 years Theme:  patience, new baby, waiting, preparation First Lines:  Mama … Continue reading

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“PERFECT PICTURE BOOK” – Friday

The Red Sash Written by:   Jean E. Pendziwol Illustrated by:   Nicolas Debon Published by:   A Groundwood Book House of Anansi Press, Toronto.  2005 Ages:   5 – 8 years Theme:   historical fiction, courage, strength, multicultural Opening Sentences:  The sun is rising … Continue reading

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“Perfect Picture Book” – Friday

Up Written and Illustrated by:   Jim LaMarche Published by:   Chronicle Books LLC Ages:   3 – 8 years Theme:  Magical, persistence, a gift, imagination First Lines:    “Hey, Mouse, have fun making cookies with Mommy today!” Michael yelled over the screeching gulls.  … Continue reading

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“Perfect Picture Book” – Friday

When I first saw this book, I immediately thought of a fellow online writer buddy and her love for the quirky, fun, laugh out-loud stories and thought what a kick she would get out of this.  So my Perfect Picture … Continue reading

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“Perfect Picture Book” – Friday

Earth to Audrey Written by:   Susan Hughes Illustrator:   Stephane Poulin Published by:   Kids Can Press Ltd Age:  4 and up Theme:   power of friendship, imagination, discovery First Line:   The first time I saw Audrey, I almost didn’t.  The next time … Continue reading

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“Perfect Picture Book” – Friday

As we here in New Zealand celebrated Waitangi Day, the 174th anniversary of the signing of the founding document,  the Treaty at Waitangi in 1840.  I thought this would be a good opportunity to share a little history with you in the way … Continue reading

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Phyllis’s Fun Fashion Show

Yeah, well I must be crazy, but I thought I would try and sneak in to post something I had been playing with today.  It’s rough but ready. Susanna Leonard Hill a lovely writing pal has been having some fun … Continue reading

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