Lessons I’ve Learned – pt. 2 My last newsletter focused on the writing side of creating a children’s book. Here I’ll look more closely at what it takes to illustrate a book where the pictures matter more than the words. As someone who has no professional training in book illustration, I can honestly tell youContinue reading “Illustrating Books for Kids – Lessons I’ve Learned”
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Writing Books for Kids – Lessons I’ve Learned
Quick Book Update My new book The No Fun Day is finished, but I still have not seen the finished product. I’m currently waiting on proofs from two online printers to see which looks best. Hopefully, at least one of them will be perfect, and I’ll be ready to launch the book. But if neither looks good,Continue reading “Writing Books for Kids – Lessons I’ve Learned”
Cover Reveal for my New Kid’s Book!
My first children’s book . . . . . . called The No Fun Day, is in the final editing stages. That means I have the book in the hands of a few trusted readers who are helping me with proofreading. Next, I’ll upload the book to my printer and wait to receive a proof copyContinue reading “Cover Reveal for my New Kid’s Book!”
My Favorite Middle-Grade Fiction Books of 2019
Because I am the author of two middle-grade fiction books, I have a special interest in seeing quality books from that genre get the attention they deserve. As a book reviewer, I try to spread my book reading time out between my three favorite genres; science fiction, fantasy, and middle-grade fiction. In the past, IContinue reading “My Favorite Middle-Grade Fiction Books of 2019”
My Dad is a Mad Scientist – Book Review
My Dad is a Mad Scientist is the first book in a new series by Matthew S. Cox. The series is called The Adventures of Ubergirl. Meant for middle-grade readers, this is a first-class superhero tale brought down to a kid’s level. Its main hero is a smart nine-year-old girl named Kelly who, before she received her powers,Continue reading “My Dad is a Mad Scientist – Book Review”
Arestana 2 – Book Review
Arestana: The Defense Quest by Shawn P.B. Robinson is part two in the Arestana series for young readers. It continues the story of young Liam as he gets pulled into the world of Arestana for another adventure. This time he must lead the armies of Arestana in defeating an attacking enemy. Liam is only a boyContinue reading “Arestana 2 – Book Review”
Arestana, The Key Quest – Book Review
My Review Arestana: The Key Quest, by Shawn Robinson is a humorous and imaginative adventure for young readers. The story follows Liam, a boy who is magically flushed into another land that is similar to Earth but much sillier. Liam soon meets up with a group of odd but friendly Arestanians who team up withContinue reading “Arestana, The Key Quest – Book Review”
Glazed Man In The Philippines
My brother, Bill Cahan, recently visited some friends in the Philippines. Upon learning that the two girls in the photo below are big superhero fans, he ordered two of my books to give them as gifts. The woman on the left is his friend Annie, and next to her are girls from her neighborhood, FrancisContinue reading “Glazed Man In The Philippines”
Glazed Man 2 gets Rave Review
My second book, Glazed Man & Rat Girl 2, has just received its first review. I’m proud to say it’s a 5-star review from an unbiased reviewer from Readers Favorite. Read the full review below. Reviewed By Patricia Bell for Readers’ Favorite In this episode of Glazed Man and Rat Girl by Scott Cahan, Johnny CrumbContinue reading “Glazed Man 2 gets Rave Review”
5-Star Review for Glazed Man
My first book, Glazed Man & Rat Girl has just received a review from a professional review site called Readers Favorite. I had no guarantee that I’d get a good review, so I’ve been nervous waiting to hear back from them. I’m beyond excited to announce that my book recieved a 5-star review. And IContinue reading “5-Star Review for Glazed Man”
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