Shelby Wilde, what’s your background, what compelled you to start writing? I fell in love with creative writing in elementary school with a "Show, don't tell" writing assignment. I still remember the prompt was to describe how messy your room is. I absolutely loved finding ways to show the room was messy, instead of listing all the reasons why. I went on to earn my Bachelor's Degree in English from the University of California, Irvine and after years in business communications, I finally get to write for kids! What book from your childhood do you remember the best? Why? Not a book, but … [Read more...] about Author : Shelby Wilde
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Author : Jon Hales
What’s your background, what compelled you to start writing? I've always been interested in literature and studied English at the University of Sussex, England. I'd been dabbling with writing on and off, but it was when I was living in Taiwan teaching English to kindergarten-age kids that I really saw the power of a well written and illustrated children's book. The capacity for a well crafted turn of phrase, captivating character or hilarious illustration to capture the imagination of its audience was fascinating to me. My goal for my children's books is to craft stories that bring joy to … [Read more...] about Author : Jon Hales
Author : Christopher Galvin
What’s your background, what compelled you to start writing? I've been writing for as long as I can remember. I used to write a lot of short stories in primary and secondary school. Then moved on to writing plays and short films when I went to college (twice!). I'm not sure what compels me. I just get an idea and have to write it down in whatever form it comes out. With Strings, I remember it began as a writing competition entry with set guidelines on what to write. I liked what I wrote and ended up expanding it into a book. What book from your childhood do you remember the best? Why? This … [Read more...] about Author : Christopher Galvin