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I’m so excited to personalize and send NINE of these books to you, and to support a great cause in the process.

Hurry! Bidding ends on the 26th at 9pm PST.

January 2025 Giveaway enter by 1/24/25

If you missed the downloadable 2025 reading list I recently posted (download it at the link in my bio!), I shared that every month this year I’ll be giving away a copy of the monthly book picks.

It’s time to get started!

This month’s picks are the beloved Caldecott winner Owl Moon by
@jyolen and Soy Sauce! By @lauragleestudio. Owl Moon is a gorgeous ode to the silence and beauty of the natural world and the love between a father and child. It's an absolute MUST on every child's bookshelf and a perfect read for long, sleepy January nights. Soy Sauce! is a brand new picture book that celebrates how food can tie families to their history and culture. Fun fact: the paintings in the book used real soy sauce, too!

You can enter to win both of these books right here. To enter, follow me, like this post, comment and tag two friends by 12 PM EST on Friday, January 24th. US only, please!

Instagram Giveaways Every Month of 2025

I have a feeling 2025 will be your best picture book reading year yet! 📖

But, just in case you need a little help selecting your books, I created this downloadable reading list with curated picks for every month of the year. It's available at the link in my bio. The guide features a mix of classics, some personal favorites, AND some brand-new books that I'm excited for you to discover!

I'll be giving away one copy of each book on my Instagram every month, so be sure to follow that account so you don't miss any chances to win!

Adventure into Miniature Worlds!

My sister started creating miniature worlds as a form of relaxation, and I’ve fallen in love with the hobby as well. (Hi, Suz!) So, this is what I’ve been working on when I’m supposed to be editing (shh! 🤫). I enjoy this peaceful little book world everyday, with my morning coffee and afternoon tea. ☕️ 🫖 🐭 📚

PS: The miniature books are available on Etsy, INCLUDING some titles that contain the actual pages! 🥰😮

International title

Big Big Construction Site 🚧 🧱🚧

I came back with a New York Time Bestseller.
Describing a day of construction tools. The duties of almost all construction tools are explained in this beautiful story. It is discussed that fairs were held to finish the building, which is on the plan, which starts with sunrise and until sunset.
Looking at his drawings it feels like he is watching a full animated movie.
If you have a child interested in construction machinery, I recommend giving them a place in your library.

Readings with lots of digging, pouring and carrying 🚧 Bol 🚧

Best Books of 2024!

Receiving the news that Construction Site: Garbage Crew to the Rescue! is a @barnesandnoble Best Picture Book of 2024 feels like a very early holiday gift!

Discover the entire list at
https://www.barnesandnoble.com/b/books/barnes-nobles-best-books-of-2024/barnes-nobles-best-picture-books-of-2024/

Big Thanks

I hope your day is full of friends, family, and, of course, delicious food! I’m so thankful for the support you’ve always shown for my books. The entire construction crew and I would be nowhere without you.

More Great Times from My Tour

As the tour for Garbage Crew to the Rescue! winds down, I wanted to share a few more pictures from my adventures on the road. Sharing my stories and celebrating the wonder of books with kids never loses its joy for me, and I can’t wait to get back out again soon (after a little rest, of course!) ❤

Such Fun Touring!

It's been a delight to spend most of the last two weeks visiting schools, libraries, and bookstores on tour for Garbage Crew to the Rescue! It's no secret that the VERY best part of my job is meeting your amazing kids and helping them build a lifelong love of reading. Thank you to the venues who graciously pulled out all of the stops for me and to every single one of those sweet and curious little readers I met along the way--and I hope to see you all again soon!

Celebrating Independent Book Stores!

I'm thrilled to share that the garbage crew debuted at the #2 spot on the @americanbooksellers Indie Bestsellers List this week! I've been extra busy visiting schools and libraries this month, but I always try to stop by the local indie bookstores in the cities and towns I travel to on tour! These stores share so much with their communities, and the support they've given me and the garbage crew always means so much.

You can check out the full list here:
https://www.bookweb.org/indie-bestsellers#nationalbestsellers