A new study supports the idea that reading books as a child posivitely influences brain development. Neuroscientist Martha Farah at the University of Pennsylvania and her colleagues found that “…the level of mental stimulation a child receives in the home at age 4 predicted the thickness of two regions of the cortex in late adolescence, such that more… Read more »
I am happy to announce the winner of the coveted Mentors For Rent contest! The winner is…Wait! Before I announce the winner, I wanted to tell you that the prize is a 45 minute “on the spot” consultation by conference call or SKYPE to be used for manuscript feedback or to ask questions about submitting, writing, or… Read more »
Many thanks to Lee Wind for his post in the official SCBWI blog about our Mentor Monday series. He’s passionate about mentorship as well. Check it out and add his blog to your follow list. He and SCBWI have some great stuff going on http://networkedblogs.com/s8KIV.
Just wanted to cybercongratulate Lisa Wheeler http://www.lisawheelerbooks.com/LW/home.htmlon her mention in the “about the artist” column of PW Children’s Books Spring 2011. Lisa and illustrator, Sophie Blackall, are highlighted for their book, Spinster Goose: Nursery Rhymes for Naughty Children. Lisa has been a sounding board for me and continues to deliver fun and engaging books. Check her out!
Click on “News” above and you’ll find out more information about Networking Day in our area. I’m hosting and bringing something chocolate, something caffeinated, and something interesting. You’ll have to come to find out what. RSVP required to [email protected] or 906-228-4465 (so I know how much of the stuff to bring.) This is a great… Read more »
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