Picture Books | Cathy C. Hall Writes

When I first heard about The 12 Days of Christmas in Georgia, I’m sure my eyes dilated.

You know how your eyes dilate when you’re really interested in someone or something? That’s what I’m talking about. ‘Cause I’m a BIG fan of my home state, Georgia, and a big fan of Christmas. It’s a book match made in heaven!

I’d love to get my hands on this book. It’s written by Susan R. Spain and illustrated by Elizabeth Dulemba, both from the Southern Breeze region of SCBWI. There certainly is a lot of talent in our little corner of the world. And a lot of Christmas fun in our state of Georgia.

So, check out the The Twelve Days of Christmas. You’ll find all kinds of fun downloads you’ll want to keep, and the info on where you can buy a Christmas classic you’ll want to share with young readers. (That’s assuming I don’t get my hands on it first!)

In my zipping around on the wacky world of the web, I often come across terrific info and bookmark it-then forget to EVER go back and actually read up on the info. Kinda defeats the purpose, right?

So, I found that when I share these info-tastic links here on Finders & Keepers, I’m less likely to forget. And more likely to read up. Plus, you get to check out the info-tastic links, too. It’s a win-win-win!

First up, I came across a fun blog called The Writer’s Alley, wherein that old bugaboo, “Show, Don’t Tell,” was discussed. And within the post, I found a delightful link to an interesting worksheet that might be helpful if you struggle with this bit of a sticky writer wicket.

Next, I loved, loved, loved this site called Flashlight Worthy, with handpicked book recommendations on bunches of topics. I bookmarked the Children’s Books page which will take you to lots of different lists. Like Picture Books we Love to Hate or Books If You Like Cinderella. Seriously, I could spend a month reading these lists.

And finally, I found the latest Highlights Current Needs. Increase your chances of seeing your byline in the magazine by sending in something that Highlights needs. I’m partial to that “humorous stories” for young readers on the list, but there’s plenty to go around, no matter what you like to write.

That should keep you busy. Unless you bookmark this post to read for later!