Beth Anderson, Children's Writer

Hey, Hey, Hay!

September 14, 2018

“Listen and I’ll tell the tale
Of storing summer in a bale.” … More Hey, Hey, Hay!

Mining for Heart: Listen to Your Characters

September 7, 2018

In previous guest posts, other authors have written that the heart of the story is in the characters and their relationships. I agree. But when writing about real people from history using limited resources, it’s often a challenge to get to know them. When I’m digging for what makes an historical figure tick, I look … More Mining for Heart: Listen to Your Characters

Mixed, A Colorful Story

August 31, 2018

In the beginning, there were three colors:
Yellows, Reds, and Blues. … More Mixed, A Colorful Story

Rice from Heaven

August 24, 2018

Earlier, author Tina Cho shared how she turned her real life experience into a picture book. Today, as part of Perfect Picture Book Friday, here’s more about this important book. Title: Rice from Heaven: The Secret Mission to Feed North Koreans Written by: Tina Cho Illustrated by: Keum Jin Song little bee books – 2018 … More Rice from Heaven

“Behind the Scenes: Rice from Heaven” by Tina Cho

August 10, 2018

I was lucky enough to get a sneak peek at Tina Cho’s debut picture book, RICE FROM HEAVEN, which releases in just a few days. This amazing story, told from the heart, arrives at an opportune time as children are hearing about North Korea in the news. When I learned that the book is based on … More “Behind the Scenes: Rice from Heaven” by Tina Cho

Mining for Heart: “Make Your Readers FEEL SOMETHING” by Tammi Sauer

August 3, 2018

I’m so honored to host the amazing Tammi Sauer, a children’s author who has been tickling funny bones for years. Though Tammi has many new picture books, my all time favorite is still CHICKEN DANCE from 2009. Thank you, Tammi, for sharing how you keep us chuckling! When writing picture books, I always aim … More Mining for Heart: “Make Your Readers FEEL SOMETHING” by Tammi Sauer

100 Bugs!

July 27, 2018

It’s Perfect Picture Book Friday! Here’s a lovely and creative counting book that just might inspire you to get out in nature before school starts. It’s also a great book for teachers to start off the year! Congratulations to Julie LaCombe, winner of Adventures to School by Miranda Paul! Next week, be sure to stop … More 100 Bugs!