New friends & stories from the Three Trails Grateful to be invited to Three Trails Elementary, where Principal Jillian Brownell and the staff created a wonderful celebration for the 67th day of school. I read to 400 students, answered questions, and shared my journey as an author and illustrator—both with publishers and independently.
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Bam Bam Bunny Readers’ Favorite Review
Teaching kids that kindness and courage can change everything Bam Bam the Bunny: Fuzzy Heroes is a heartwarming children’s picture book written and illustrated by Ben St. James. It follows the adventures of Bam Bam the bunny, who lives in a bustling town and loves to jump from one place to another. He is heroicContinue reading “Bam Bam Bunny Readers’ Favorite Review”
Cover Reveal: Bam Bam The Bunny
The next adventure in the Fuzzy Heroes series is almost here. Meet Bam Bam the Bunny, the star of the upcoming rhyming picture book from the Fuzzy Heroes series. This sequel to the award-winning Guinea Pig Power skips the origin story and hops straight into action — with a few new faces joining the fun.Continue reading “Cover Reveal: Bam Bam The Bunny”
Goodreads Giveaway Wrap Up!
The winners have been selected for the Cowboy Cooper Book Launch Giveaway It has been a very busy week. From celebrating July 4th with friends and family, setting up an LLC, winning a new award, planning a move, lots of learning, launching the new book and more! The Goodreads giveaway has wrapped and the winnersContinue reading “Goodreads Giveaway Wrap Up!”
Cowboy Cooper Debuts at #1 in 7 Categories across Amazon U.S.A.
Cowboy Cooper & the Ghost Town Launch Weekend Recap Over the holiday weekend, Cowboy Cooper & the Ghost Town officially launched on Amazon and managed to debut at #1 in seven categories across Kindle and paperback.
More Fuzzy Heroes Fun is on the way in a New Book
The follow up to Guinea Pig Power has a name! Unlike the first book which includes an origin story, this one hops right into action. A new Fuzzy Heroes book is on the way. The follow-up to Guinea Pig Power will introduce Bam Bam the Bunny in an all-new rhyming adventure. Unlike the first bookContinue reading “More Fuzzy Heroes Fun is on the way in a New Book”
Cowboy Cooper launches Worldwide on Amazon July 4, 2025
Find out how to pre-order the ebook! Cowboy Cooper and the Ghost Town is officially set to launch July 4, 2025 on Amazon.com The ebook is now available for pre-order. The On-Demand print edition will be released on the same day, however, paperbacks are not currently available for pre-order on Amazon. Click here to viewContinue reading “Cowboy Cooper launches Worldwide on Amazon July 4, 2025”
Guinea Pig Power Named a Finalist in the Feathered Quill Book Awards!
The Adventure Continues for Fuzwald & Rex! Exciting news for Guinea Pig Power! My debut children’s book has been named a Finalist in the Feathered Quill Book Awards in the Animal – Children’s and YA category! It’s been an incredible journey bringing Fuzwald and Rex’s adventure to life, and I’m beyond thrilled that their storyContinue reading “Guinea Pig Power Named a Finalist in the Feathered Quill Book Awards!”
The 2024 Little Peeps Awards Short List for Early Readers and Children’s Books
It’s time to cheer on Guinea Pig Power and the rest of the books on the list! Guinea Pig Power and these other titles have made the short list and are in the running for the SEMI-FINALISTS of the 2024 Little Peeps Book Awards competition for Children’s Fiction!
Chanticleer Book Awards Long List Announced
I’m thrilled to have made the Long List for the Chanticleer Book Awards. It’s an honor to be featured alongside so many outstanding authors and their incredible books. View the full list here.
SCBWI Kite Tales Blog Shout Out.
SCBWI loves celebrating members’ successes and noteworthy news, and there are many! Read on to find out who’s got something to shout about. Digital high-fives welcome in the comments! Guinea Pig Power was featured in the news round-up for this quarter, celebrating the September 1st Readers Favorite win. Read more here!
A New Hero Approaches and a New Adventure Awaits!
Get ready to hop into a story with even more action! The next installment in the Fuzzy Heroes universe will dive deeper into the themes of friendship & heroism — while teaching young readers to embrace each other’s differences & get along. Stay tooned for more information.
Guinea Pig Power featured in 2024 Readers’ Favorite Awards
Honorable Mention at Readers’ Favorite Awards Today, Guinea Pig Power was honored with an Honorable Mention in the Children – General category at the Readers’ Favorite Awards. This is the largest competition the story has been featured in so far. I’m grateful to be acknowledged alongside so many talented authors. Readers’ Favorite offers five awardContinue reading “Guinea Pig Power featured in 2024 Readers’ Favorite Awards”
KDP – Giveaway is Complete
Guinea Pig Power Reaches #1 on Amazon in Canada and the USA as top a free eBook. Guinea Pig Power has reached #1 in two categories on Amazon in both Canada and the USA, thanks to our recent Amazon KDP Giveaway. Guinea Pig Power has engaged readers with its funny story and cuddly characters, earningContinue reading “KDP – Giveaway is Complete”
Boys’ Mom Reads!
REVIEW: 5 stars! Absolutely adorable! Guinea Pig Power is a new children’s superhero adventure story in a picture book format. With its creative yet simple story, engaging heroes, and easy-to-understand illustrations, I can see this book being one the entire family will love. Perfect for reading aloud!
Story Monster Approved
Guinea Pig Power recognized for Literary Excellence. Story Monsters LLC publishes Story Monsters Ink®, a digital monthly publication showcasing profiles on both established and emerging authors, along with book and movie reviews. The magazine also features columns contributed by Judy Newman, president of Scholastic Book Clubs, and Reading Specialist Larissa Juliano. With partnerships with ScholasticContinue reading “Story Monster Approved”
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