Children Books
Storystorm 2026 Day 24: Kaz Windness Does the Unexpected
by Kaz Windness
If you’re like me you have LOTS of book ideas. Too many at times. My ideas almost always start with a doodle in my sket...
Five Different Boo-boos, by Maggie Keefe
Book Review of Five Different Boo-boosThe Children’s Book Review
What to Expect: Rhyming Text, Bravery, Humor, and Resilience
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Storystorm 2026 Day 22: Mel Rosenberg is Silly and Childish
by Mel Rosenberg
As an aspiring children’s author, I’ve worked on hundreds of ideas for stories, but so far only one has broken through...
Dawn of the Dragons, by Mari Mancusi
Book Review of Dawn of the DragonsThe Children’s Book Review
What to Expect: Dragons, Fantasy, Middle Grade, Adventure, Frie...
A Guide to Creating Children’s Stories From Reunion Experiences
Children are natural storytellers. They love hearing about adventures, friendships, and moments that feel full of magic. Reunion experi...
Storystorm 2026 Day 19: Sara Weingartner Branches Out a Character
by Sara Weingartner
Before we dive into creative inspiration, I want to take a moment to check in with you all. How are you, emotionall...
The Book of Fairies, by Susie Spikol
Book Review of The Book of FairiesThe Children’s Book Review
What to Expect: Fairies, Folklore, Nature, and Imagination.
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Storystorm 2026 Day 17: Gina Perry Gets Unstuck
by Gina Perry
I am a long-time Storystorm participant. I love finding new ideas! What I don’t love is the stuck point. You know what I’...
The Out-of-This-World Pet, by Adam Kargman
Book Review of The Out-of-This-World PetThe Children’s Book Review
What to Expect: Pet Ownership, Aliens, Adventure, Humor, Frog...
Storystorm 2026 Day 15: Marcie Colleen Practices the Quiet Work of Noticing
by Marcie Colleen
Lately I have been reading and studying the poetry of Mary Oliver. Slowly. Intentionally. Not to rush through it or “...