Had my first event today. Breakfast with Santa and Christmas Market hosted was amazing! So many happy people. I was so excited to see one of my books in the wild! Thanks to my husband for sending this to me.

I have paperbacks in stock, hardcovers are up for preorder.

#kidlit #christmastime

I got this a couple weeks ago, and I was so excited to share it with everyone. But then I hesitated. It wasn't imposter syndrome (as it usually is). No, this time I hesitated cause I wanted them to be a surprise—when they got here. #littlebooksbigdayout #littlefreelibrary #kidlit #picturebook

How it started...

On the morning commute to my kids' school, we passed this @littlefreelibrary. I had this great idea to have a series where a little book goes on big adventures all over the world through these book boxes.

But things change.

Paperback print proof came in.

While it might be awhile longer for that specific version to be available, I'm excited to have it in my hands.

Comparing it to the hardcover is interesting.

We're almost there.

#littlebooksbigdayout #littlebook #kidlitbooks #kidlitauthor #picturebooks

This will always be my favorite review because it's my kids talking to each other about my upcoming book. I'm not sure they knew I was listening, but either way, I had to write it down. If for no other reason than to have it in my gratitude jar. #kidlit #picturebooks #sel #littlebook 🦋 1/2

There is so much to UNPACK here.

The print proof from my printer, Shenzhen Jinhao, came with so many goodies, including a copy of an offset printed book for comparison.

Having the book in my hands is magical. It's been a long time coming. Thanks for coming along for the ride. #kidlit

The wait is over! I'm absolutely thrilled to finally share the beautiful cover for Little Book's Big Day Out with you all! This moment feels surreal, and it's all thanks to your incredible support.

Please help me celebrate this milestone! Share this cover with your fellow book lovers and parents!

It's here... 😭😭😭

I'm waiting to open it. I want my kids to be here since they were the inspiration. This book is as much for them as it is about them. And I can't wait to share it.

#littlebooksbigdayout #kidlitauthor #childrensbooks #longtimecoming

Cover reveal coming soon...

What do you think is hiding under the cover? Drop a 📘 in the comments if you're excited for the cover reveal!

Inquiring minds want to know...

It's me.

I want to know... because I have one soon. And I wonder if readers prefer them sooner (like this week) than later (like after I get my print proof back).

Unfortunately, I do love...

Just got the cover mock up for Little Book's Big Day Out! (Actual footage of me when I looked at it!)

Yule blessings to one and all on the shortest day of the year.