In the last installment of the Little Runty trilogy, our intrepid little donkey journeys with the Holy Family back home again after seven years away in Egypt. This was my favorite of the three books, because Little Runty’s familiar narration gives us so many good lessons of moral character, and ultimately, hope. He steers usContinueContinue reading “Little Runty Goes Home”
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Little Runty On the Road
What a great story! Martina Parnelli’s second tale of Little Runty, the donkey who belonged to the Holy Family bubbles over with enthusiasm. This marvelous account will draw young readers into the escape to Egypt, with miracles, angels, and Runty who is swept along on a tide of emotions. Will they find enough food inContinueContinue reading “Little Runty On the Road”
Top Ten Tips on How to Write a Children’s Book
Writing can be frustrating, difficult, and rather solitary, but laughter really is the best medicine. So here they are, in no particular order: 1. Have children. Really, it helps with writer’s block. Or if you don’t have children or cannot have children, then visit your local library or park and watch the interactions of parentsContinueContinue reading “Top Ten Tips on How to Write a Children’s Book”
Eight Hobbits 