Moonbeam Author Feature: Astrid Sheckels
For Astrid Sheckels, the old adage of a picture is worth a thousand words encapsulates how an illustration evolved into a full-fledged book. Her latest book, Sea Dog, began to…
Moonbeam Author Feature: Crystal J. Bell
For Crystal J. Bell, the writing process is not always a linear progression. Shaped by collective feedback and meaningful revisions, her latest title, The Lamplighter, was the culmination of rigorous…
7 Secrets to Writing Children’s Book Characters Kids Love
Creating a character that children instantly connect with takes more than luck. It requires imagination, relatability, and just the right touch of magic. When done well, your characters can spark…