No matter how many books I help create, I’m always excited to finally able to hold a copy of the final finished book in my hands. Thanks to my husband Jeff for the unboxing videography. ❤️
One reason I’m especially excited: I Want To Read ALL The Books is my first solo picture book (a book that I both wrote and illustrated) in nearly seven years.
When I posted this video on another platform, I had a few people comment on how great it was that I could still get excited over a new book, given the fact that I’ve had quite a few published already.
Here’s the thing: I never take it for granted that I will have more books published.
The industry changes. People move, switch companies, etc. Things can change in a heartbeat.
What I’ve learned:
To not be so focused on achieving success (however you define that) that I forget to appreciate the journey.
QUESTION for others out there who have had books published and have been in the industry for a while: What is something YOU’VE learned that you could wish you could tell your younger self?
I Want To Read ALL The Books launches September 17th, 2024 from Simon & Schuster Books For Young Readers. If you live in the Toronto area, I invite you to help me celebrate on Sept. 24th at Type Junction! You can find out more info about my launch events plus my book tour here.
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