Linda Ashman
Children's Book Author
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Hello, and welcome!Thanks for visiting my website. You'll find News on this page, and a bio here. If you're looking for information about books, themes, and teaching ideas, go to Books/
BOOK NEWS:
 Illustrated by Michael Chesworth. My newest book, Creaky Old House, arrives in bookstores August 4th. It's the story of a large, wacky family and their worn but beloved old house--and the chaos that ensues when the doorknob falls off the front door. Published by Sterling Publishing.  Illustrated by Nancy Carpenter; Dutton. Just announced: M is for Mischief won the Colorado Book Award for Children's Literature. Many thanks to the Colorado Humanities for organizing this annual event, and for all their efforts to promote literacy and literature.  Illustrated by S.D. Schindler; Roaring Brook Press. COME TO THE CASTLE! arrived in bookstores in April, 2009. Read an interview about the book at Abby the Librarian's blog, listen to a review of the book at the terrific podcast Just One More Book!! and read reviews at Read.Imagine.Talk. and Poetry for Children.  WHEN I WAS KING, a story about the arrival of a new sibling illustrated by David McPhail, was published in October 2008. School Library Journal called it "a keeper" and "perfect for reading aloud." Listen to a review on Just One More Book!!.  Sammy and Stella help out in the office. Okay, so they don't actually help with writing, but they certainly provide companionship, inspiration, and comic relief. If you're thinking of getting a pet, please consider adopting from a rescue organization or animal shelter; there are so many beautiful animals waiting for a loving home. You can find shelters near you through Petfinder or aspca.org. And here's some excellent information on why it's so important to avoid puppy mills: Best Friends Animal Society. As for our girls, Sammy came from Retriever Rescue of Colorado and Stella from The Denver Dumb Friends League. |
Click on titles for more information:Coming August 4th
CREAKY OLD HOUSE: A Topsy-Turvy Tale of a Real Fixer-Upper
An exuberant tale of a big, boisterous family and their beloved old home. New
COME TO THE CASTLE!
A Visit to a Castle in Thirteenth Century England
"Quirky, sarcastic, and rather educational, too." BOOKLIST WHEN I WAS KING
"This one's a keeper." SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL M IS FOR MISCHIEF
"Ashman's poetic portraits are packed with lots of tasty assonance and alliteration." Starred Review, PUBLISHERS WEEKLY STELLA, UNLEASHED:
Notes from the Doghouse
"A hilarious look at the world through the sharp eyes and nose of a dog." SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS Other Books
BABIES ON THE GO
"A 10 on the "aw"-inspiring scale." PUBLISHERS WEEKLY CASTLES, CAVES & HONEYCOMBS
"Beautifully crafted and satisfying." Starred Review, BOOKLIST TO THE BEACH!
"A family outing gone hilariously awry." BOOKLIST STARRY SAFARI
"A rip-roaring, exciting excursion." SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL RUB-A-DUB SUB
An "enchanting ride." PUBLISHERS WEEKLY MAMA'S DAY
A "lovely reverie on the joys of being alive and being loved." Starred Review, PUBLISHERS WEEKLY WHAT COULD BE BETTER THAN THIS?
"Youngsters will find nothing but comfort in these pages." KIRKUS CAN YOU MAKE A PIGGY GIGGLE?
"Vibrant, playful text . . . excellent for storytimes." SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL DESMOND & THE NAUGHTYBUGS
"A lighthearted look at bad behavior." KIRKUS THE ESSENTIAL
WORLDWIDE MONSTER GUIDE
"As pithy and clever as Ogden Nash at his best." Starred Review, KIRKUS MAXWELL'S MAGIC MIX-UP
"A riotous adventure." HORN BOOK MAGAZINE JUST ANOTHER MORNING
"Ashman captures the non-stop action in rollicking rhyme." KIRKUS HOW TO MAKE A NIGHT
A "captivating collaboration." Starred Review, KIRKUS SAILING OFF TO SLEEP
"A splendid bedtime fantasy." KIRKUS THE TALE OF WAGMORE GENTLY
Wagmore is "a charming, gentle hero." KIRKUS REVIEWS |
