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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.
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Category Archives: Literature
“Perfect Perfect Picture Book” Friday
Yay I’m back again reviewing more beautiful Picture Books. Sorry I haven’t been here for awhile but you know how it is with family, and with summer in our part of the world the outside beckons and so the laptop … Continue reading
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“Perfect Picture Book” Friday
A Plan for the People: Nelson Mandela’s Hope for His Nation Written by: Lindsey McDivitt Illustrated by: Charly Palmer Ages : 7 years and over. Publisher: : Eerdmans Books for Young Readers (March 30, 2021) Theme: racism, hope, kindness Opening … Continue reading
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“Perfect Picture Book” Friday
Bigger than a Dream Written by: Jef Aerts Illustrated by: Marit Tornqvist Originally Published by: Levine Querido, Books Netherlands 2013 Translated by David Colmer and published in November 2020 by First Printing. Ages: 4 – 8 years Theme: Life, death, … Continue reading
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“Perfect Picture Book” Friday
Leyla Written and Illustrated by: Galia Bernstein Published by: Abrams Books for Young Readers New York 2019 Ages: 4 – 9 years Theme: exploration, family and individuality. Opening Lines: Leyla has a mother and a father… and nine aunts and … Continue reading
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“Perfect Picture Book” Friday
Nara and the Island Written and Illustrated by: Dan Ungureanu Published by: Andersen Press, UK & USA 2016 Ages: 4 – 9 years Theme: exploration, bravery, making new friends Opening Lines: My home is so small, you can’t lose … Continue reading
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“Perfect Picture Book” Friday
STAND UP! SPEAK UP! Written and Illustrated by: Andrew Joyner Published by: Schwartz Wade Books, New York 6th October 2020 Ages: 4 – 8 years Theme: Empowerment, Community, Hope Opening Lines: Wake up. Dress up. Drink up. Eat up. Meet … Continue reading
“Perfect Picture Book” Friday
The Little Piece of Red Wool Written by: Anne-Gaelle Balpe Illustrated by: Eve Tharlet Published by: Minedition 2014 Michael Neugebauer Publishing Ltd Ages: 3 – 6 years Theme: sharing, helping others, flow-on Opening Lines: Oli had decided to go for … Continue reading
For Writers, Time IS on Your Side
I love introducing books especially those of writing friends and critique buddies like Carrie Finison’s “Don’t Hug Doug.” Introducing her book, Carrie touches on that very important element in our writing journey that we as writers need to be aware … Continue reading
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