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Sonya Ballantyne is the author of Kerri Berry Lynn, a storybook about a young Cree girl living on the Misipawistik reservation with her family and seven dogs. We recently spoke with Sonya about the real Kerri Berry Lynn, the importance of representation, the power of classroom readings, and so much more.
Read MoreThere’s nothing quite like a great book illustrator’s ability to bring a story to life. If you’re hiring an illustrator of your own, we’ve turned our best advice into a list of ways to help you get the most out of the relationship.
Read MoreAs the first Black Chief of Police in Canada, Devon Clunis is a trailblazer in the truest sense. But in between his many career achievements, he and his wife Pearlene have also made a difference by authoring children’s books with an inclusive message. We spoke with Devon to learn more about the origins of The Little Boy From Jamaica, the impact his and Pearlene’s books have had on readers, and so much more.
Read MoreIf the right illustrator is paired with the right book, they can create magic that brings a writer’s vision to life. When hiring a new illustrator to our team at FriesenPress, we consider certain qualities of experience and expertise. Here’s how you can find the perfect illustrator using those same qualities as markers for your own hiring process.
Read MoreSo, you’re looking for professional illustrations for your book. But do you really know what you need? The more you know, the more streamlined the process will be, which leads to higher quality illustrations at a more affordable price. Find out what you need with our simple 3-step guide.
Read MoreLandscape format books tend to have a certain magic about them.
Author, illustrator, and FriesenPress Publishing Specialist Astra Crompton explores three powerful subtleties of landscape books and how they benefit authors (and delight readers).
Read MorePublishing a book as a stay-at-home-parent can feel intimidating, but it doesn't have to BE intimidating. Here’s how FriesenPress author Malgosia Krol balanced parenting and publishing her award-winning children’s book Quest-terrestrials Vol 1.
Read MoreWhen Dinosaurs Go Dancing, the award-winning children’s book written by Judy Cook, almost never happened. Due to writing fits and starts, and a stalled collaboration, there were times when it didn’t look like Judy would be able to realize her vision. But the dancer turned first-time author didn’t give up - she persevered through setbacks and doubt, and families all across North America are thankful she did. We recently chatted with Judy about writing, her publishing journey, and the confidence she gained along the way.
Read MoreNot just today, not just tomorrow: renowned Child & Adolescent Psychologist Dr. Jillian Roberts joins us to talk about why children’s books are so important to a child’s social, psychological and emotional development.
Read MoreMore than one famous author has said that of all the kinds of books out there, kids books may be the most important. With so many positive impacts, it’s good to know what kids like, and how your book can have a positive impact on their lives. Here are 5 quick tips to get you started!
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