Beth Anderson

Mining for Heart: “Why?” by Kristen Foote

September 1, 2017

Mining for Heart: Kristen Foote digs for the “Why.” Plus a Giveaway! … More Mining for Heart: “Why?” by Kristen Foote

How to Survive as a Firefly

August 25, 2017

Let’s get this whole metamorphosis process started! … More How to Survive as a Firefly

Fettuccine is scared, Ramen is outraged, and Mac is just trying to keep the peace among all the pasta. Will they be able to work together to use their noodles and concoct a great escape? … More The Great Pasta Escape

Mining for Heart: That “Goosebump Moment” by Suzanne Slade

August 3, 2017

Thank you to the prolific Suzanne Slade for sharing her process with us! … More Mining for Heart: That “Goosebump Moment” by Suzanne Slade

Life

July 28, 2017

a children’s book to calm the storm and inspire appreciation of the beauty of life … More Life

Rainbow Weaver, Tejedora del Arcoíris

July 21, 2017

Culture, weaving, recycling, mothers and daughters – WOW! All woven into one wonderful children’s book. … More Rainbow Weaver, Tejedora del Arcoíris

Mining for Heart: Kristin Gray on Connecting to Characters

July 14, 2017

Today Kristin Gray shares her process of finding the heart in her middle grade novel and its irresistible main character, Vilonia Beebe. Thank you, Beth, for having me on your blog. I’m delighted to be here. I adore stories with heart. Heart is more than sappy emotions or a feeling. It is enthusiasm, passion, resolve, … More Mining for Heart: Kristin Gray on Connecting to Characters

Vilonia Beebe Takes Charge

July 7, 2017

Next week, author Kristin Gray will share her thoughts on Mining for Heart. In the meantime, enjoy her fantastic debut middle grade novel. Title: Vilonia Beebe Takes Charge Written by: Kristin L. Gray Suitable for ages: 8-12 Simon & Schuster, 2017, fiction Themes/topics: pets, responsibility, family Opening: The day I was born I was four … More Vilonia Beebe Takes Charge