2018 Memories from Book Festivals, Reader Letters & More

2018 has been filled with so many wonderful moments for our family of children’s book writers and illustrators. We asked our clients to share some of their favorites, and here’s what they said: Continue reading “2018 Memories from Book Festivals, Reader Letters & More”

Use the Power of Yes to Teach Writing in Classrooms

Our client Molly B. Burnham is no stranger to teaching and the theater. Molly studied acting in London, England, holds a Masters in Elementary Education and taught kindegarten, third grade and at a school for emotionally challenged middle- and high-school age students.

That’s why we’re excited to have this guest post about improv and The Power of Yes from Molly and author Lisa Papademetriou. Read on… Continue reading “Use the Power of Yes to Teach Writing in Classrooms”

Interview: Molly Burnham on Mornings, Pets, and Ice Cream Sundaes

Molly B. Burnham
Molly B. Burnham

Author Molly Burnham knows funny. In 2016, she won the Sid Fleischman Humor Award from the Society of Children’s Book Writers & Illustrators. So where does the creator of the Teddy Mars series of books find her funny? We wanted to get to know her better. Continue reading “Interview: Molly Burnham on Mornings, Pets, and Ice Cream Sundaes”

2018 Bookish Resolutions

The new year has started, and at The Booking Biz, we hope 2018 is bringing you all good things–including lots of wonderful books!

A new year is also a good time for changes, resolutions, and making the world better. Books can help.

Inspired by their own books, our clients are sharing their own resolutions. What are yours? Continue reading “2018 Bookish Resolutions”

Winter Recommended Reads 2017

Happy Holidays from The Booking Biz!

No time of the year is bad for reading, but with winter weather outside and time off from work, the holidays are a great time to read new books and give books to others. Here are some of our best recommendations for wonderful holiday reading: Continue reading “Winter Recommended Reads 2017”

5 Steps to Find Your Best Conference or Festival Speaker

Whether you’re organizing a conference or festival, you want attendees to leave with great memories. And for that, they need to emotionally connect with the speakers you present.

How to choose the right speakers isn’t as easy as looking up a list of “great speakers.” Your conference or festival needs the RIGHT speakers, and there’s an art to finding yours. Continue reading “5 Steps to Find Your Best Conference or Festival Speaker”

Our Clients Hit Nerd Camp and More News

Who’s going to Nerd Camp? If you haven’t been before, Nerd Camp is a two-day education conference, with the second day focusing on literacy. Nerd Camp is in Michigan July 10-11 and we’re thrilled that so many of our clients will be there. Make sure you say hi to them: Continue reading “Our Clients Hit Nerd Camp and More News”