The New Jersey Children’s Writer’s Guild

Cofounder Sheila Wright interviews children’s writer and NJCWG member, Jennifer Troulis

Hello, Jennifer, and welcome to The Writer’s Journey…

Sheila: You grew up in Edison, New Jersey in the late 60’s writing and illustrating stories based on your family and pets. I seem to recall that you once told me that you still have those early stories. Was your love of writing and illustrating influenced by your parents? (more…)

Join member Sandra Koehler Lee as she explores some terrific seasonal book offerings for Thanksgiving.

Whether you want to teach your child the history of Thanksgiving or share a tale from the turkey’s perspective, there are some good books for this holiday. (more…)

What is a First Page Session?

A wise old adage cautions: You can only make a first impression once. Realtors would agree; most homes, they tell us, are sold (or not!) in the first fifteen-minutes that a prospective buyer tours a property. What does all of this have to do with First Page Sessions? A lot!
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This month, NJCWG member Kathi Kurz interviews Bruno Grigoletti, author of The Soul Patrol.

Hello, Bruno, and Welcome to The Writer’s Journey!

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Many parents today are looking for ways to give their children a head-start in a second language. For children’s authors, the growing interest in bilingual education offers exciting creative opportunities.

Whether you’re an author researching the current offerings in bilingual children’s literature or a parent searching for resources for your own child, member Sandra Koehler Lee’s Foreign Language Resources page should be a boon. In addition to an overview of Spanish, French, Chinese, etc., bilingual children’s books, Sandra also surveys software, DVD, and course offerings.

Thanks for the tip, Sandra!