#childrens-books

#childrens-books

Writing a picture book isn't easy. Some people might think it is-especially if they've read enough bad ones-but writing a true gem of children's literature is exceptionally hard work. Great children's books make kids laugh and adults cry, have rhythm, meter, and great pictures, and somehow speak to something deep in a child's soul, making them want to return to the pages again and again.

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Corchin and Illustrator Dan Dougherty were hosted at Dandelion Bookshop for an event promoting their new children's book, "A Million Yes's." While the book is available online, Corchin is encouraging readers to purchase it at their neighborhood, independent bookstore. "Its a great community business to rally around," said Corchin. "Bookstores are fighting for their right to survive in todays day and age."

In 1911, the children of Brooklyn took home to read from the Public Library a million and a half books, indicating a strong engagement with library resources.

Teri Roche Drobnick's new picture book offers a playful perspective, telling the story of a historic Victorian house's journey through the eyes of the house itself.

I'm taking you to where I write almost every day... if I have a really calm, peaceful place, I’m able to let all my ideas float through me easier.

"I think a lot of kids who are ill or have disabilities will relate to it, but what I'm finding is that adults are really enjoying it too because there's so much Toronto history in it."