I checked out this book on Express Loan from the public library yesterday. Express Loan means it has to be returned in seven days because it’s a new arrival. At this rate, I’ll be finished today. No worries about library fines this time! Gripping read. Makes me want to go camping … sorta.
Well-worn picture books from my personal library
I am living my dream. In my early twenties, before I became a freelance writer, I taught preschool. My favourite part of the day was circle time when I could indulge in the magical world of children’s literature. We would all sit cross-legged on the carpet and I would select three or four picture books to read out-loud. The stories were funny, heartwarming, thrilling and sometimes even scary, and they were illuminated with beautiful illustrations. I was in awe of the talent and imagination of these writers and artists. In my wildest dreams, I never imagined that one day I would be writing my own picture books.