Flashlight Press

10/27/2022

Just in time : The "I Need My Monster" books are on sale now on Amazon.com! https://www.amazon.com/s?k=I+Need+My+Monster

IPG: Independent Publishers Group Amanda Baker Noll Howard McWilliam

10/26/2022

How fun! Inspired by I Need My Monster, kids created their own monsters and hid them in their classroom for their friends to find.

http://flashlightpress.com/how-i-met-my-monster/

IPG: Independent Publishers Group Amanda Baker Noll Howard McWilliam

10/24/2022

Happy ! Make unique, creative, and tasty sandwiches with Carla and learn about poverty and hunger with Maddi and her best friend, Sofia.

http://flashlightpress.com/carlas-sandwich/
http://flashlightpress.com/maddis-fridge/

IPG: Independent Publishers Group Debbie Herman Author Lois Brandt Author Vin Vogel Illustration

10/21/2022

Excited for ? Read our newsletter for books and activities that are perfect for this spooky season: https://conta.cc/3eN8lYu

IPG: Independent Publishers Group Amanda Baker Noll Howard McWilliam

10/09/2022

It's never too late to go on an island vacation with your family. Explore the magic and mystery of Giant Island today!
http://flashlightpress.com/giant-island/

IPG: Independent Publishers Group Jane Yolen Doug Keith

10/06/2022

Get in the Halloween spirit by watching our Monster read-alongs on https://storylineonline.net! Our Monster series are featured on Storyline Online's October Featured Videos.

IPG: Independent Publishers Group Amanda Baker Noll Howard McWilliam

10/04/2022

We're honored to be involved with Storyline Online. Can you spot all the Flashlight Press books in this promo?

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10/03/2022

30 Activities to Teach Kindness to Preschoolers - Teaching Expertise

We are thrilled that No More Noisy Nights was featured on this list of 30 Activities to Teach Kindness to Preschoolers: https://www.teachingexpertise.com/classroom-ideas/kindness-preschool-activities/

IPG: Independent Publishers Group Holly L Niner Guy Wolek

If you are looking for ways to teach kindness to preschoolers in meaningful ways, this list of 30 ideas is exactly what you need. From crafts, activities,

10/03/2022

Who wouldn't want a vacation to an island? Visit Giant Island with your family for a fun-filled adventure!
Book your visit now: http://flashlightpress.com/giant-island/

IPG: Independent Publishers Group Jane Yolen Doug Keith

10/02/2022

17 Slightly Scary Halloween Picture Books for Kids

Spooky Season has begun! How I Met My Monster and Hey, That's MY Monster! are featured at the top of Barnes & Noble's list of 17 Slightly Scary Halloween Picture Books for Kids.

https://www.barnesandnoble.com/blog/15-slightly-scary-halloween-picture-books-for-kids/

IPG: Independent Publishers Group Amanda Baker Noll Howard McWilliam

We've made a list of some of the best spooky Halloween picture books for toddlers and children from 5 to 12 years old.

09/29/2022

This week, Maddi's Fridge was read on the The Pea Green Boat radio show! We loved listening to their read-along and their commentary on the book.

Listen to the on-air reading of Maddi’s Fridge: https://umt.box.com/s/j7om1el8yz1rmcxaz279bxm8bdksksbo

The Pea Green Boat is a show for children of all ages, with stories, songs, poetry, and special guests - two and four-legged, and some with wings. https://www.mtpr.org/show/pea-green-boat

IPG: Independent Publishers Group Lois Brandt Author Vin Vogel Illustration

09/28/2022

Giant Island - Flashlight Press

Sallie Lowenstein, publisher of the Old Books, Young Readers newsletter and owner of the publishing company Lion Stone Books, wrote that the illustrations of Giant Island are "fabulous, imaginative and unexpected." She also wrote, "I love the language and I love that although it about a magical place, it is also about the relationship between children and their grandparent and the wisdom of older people. This is a lovely addition to what is available for young children."

Get your copy of Giant Island: http://flashlightpress.com/giant-island/

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Written by Jane Yolen Illustrated by Doug Keith

09/28/2022

Listen to the unusual story of how Doug Keith’s newest picture book came to be— and for his thoughts about his long creative career.

Sit back, grab a bowl of popcorn, and watch the recording of Kirby Larson, Author's interview with Doug Keith about how Giant Island came to be and Doug's thoughts about his career as an illustrator.
https://www.instagram.com/p/Ci0hxizoqIj/?hl=en

09/25/2022

Travel to Giant Island to see if you can discover its "huge" secret!
http://flashlightpress.com/giant-island/

IPG: Independent Publishers Group Jane Yolen Doug Keith

09/22/2022

TODAY: Kirby Larson, Author's live interview with Doug Keith, illustrator of Giant Island, at noon PT / 3PM ET.
Watch here: https://www.instagram.com/kirbylarson/

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09/21/2022

Limited-time bundle offer: Get 3 of your favorite Flashlight Press audiobooks for only $10: https://www.kobo.com/us/en/p/kids-bundle-us

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09/20/2022

Don't miss Kirby Larson, Author's live interview with Doug Keith this Thursday, September 22, at noon PT / 3pm ET.

Watch here on Thursday: https://www.instagram.com/kirbylarson/

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09/20/2022

Amanda Baker Noll and Doug Keith had a great book signing and giveaway yesterday at Pacific Northwest Booksellers Association's Fall Show.

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09/19/2022

Happy ! Read with the book-loving buccaneer Victricia or pretend to be a pirate with Dragon and Captain.

http://flashlightpress.com/victricia-malicia/
http://flashlightpress.com/dragon-and-captain/

IPG: Independent Publishers Group Mark Meyers Lucas Turnbloom

09/18/2022

Come swim with sea turtles and meet other playful creatures at Giant Island with the help of our friendly tour guide, Jane Yolen. Click here to find out more: http://flashlightpress.com/giant-island/

IPG: Independent Publishers Group Jane Yolen Doug Keith

09/15/2022

Are you going to NEIBA? Meet Jane Yolen and get a signed copy of Giant Island at NEIBA next Thursday, 2-2:30pm.

Read our newsletter to find out about more upcoming book signings: https://conta.cc/3BkedQ8

IPG: Independent Publishers Group Jane Yolen

09/14/2022

D is for Drool: My Monster Alphabet (I Need My Monster)

Want an alphabet book for your kid that oozes charm? Buy D is for Drool now on Amazon while it's on sale for only $13.99 instead of $18.95!

https://www.amazon.com/Drool-My-Monster-Alphabet-Need/dp/1947277499

IPG: Independent Publishers Group Amanda Baker Noll Shari Dash Greenspan
Howard McWilliam

D is for Drool: My Monster Alphabet (I Need My Monster)

09/13/2022

Visit wondrous Giant Island and write postcards about your adventures to your friends and family!

http://flashlightpress.com/giant-island/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bCbguosqByM

IPG: Independent Publishers Group Jane Yolen Doug Keith

09/13/2022

Watch Isabella Gomez read La nevera de Maddi, Storyline Online's newest read-aloud!

IPG: Independent Publishers Group Lois Brandt Author
Vin Vogel Illustration

09/13/2022

I Always, ALWAYS Get My Way - Flashlight Press

Happy National Blame Someone Else Day! Read about adorable Emmy who blames her mischief on her siblings and the fact that she's only 3 years old.
http://flashlightpress.com/i-always-always-get-my-way/

IPG: Independent Publishers Group Thad Krasnesky

Written by Thad Krasnesky Illustrated by David Parkins

09/12/2022

Tradeshow

Are you going to the Pacific Northwest Booksellers Association's 2022 Tradeshow in Tacoma? Meet Doug Keith, illustrator of Giant Island, and Amanda Baker Noll, author of the I Need My Monster series, and get signed copies of Giant Island and D is for Drool!

D is for Drool / Amanda Noll: September 19 - 12-12:30PM
Giant Island / Doug Keith: September 19 - 1-1:30PM

http://www.pnba.org/tradeshow.html

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Booksellers

09/11/2022

30 Endearing Books About Grandparents - Teaching Expertise

Happy ! Celebrate by reading books about grandparents. Silly Frilly Grandma Tillie is thrilled to be included with these other fantastic books about grandparents: https://www.teachingexpertise.com/classroom-ideas/books-about-grandparents/

IPG: Independent Publishers Group Laurie A. Jacobs Anne Jewett

Books about grandparents and their love are some of our absolute favorites! The following 30 book recommendations cover various topics - from how grandparents

09/08/2022

Happy International Literacy Day! Celebrate by reading Victricia Malicia, featuring a book-loving buccaneer who teaches her pirate family how to read.
http://flashlightpress.com/victricia-malicia/

IPG: Independent Publishers Group Carrie Clickard
Mark Meyers

09/07/2022

In honor of , Storyline Online recommended two of our great books, Carla's Sandwich and Maddi's Fridge.

IPG: Independent Publishers Group Debbie Herman Author Lois Brandt Author Vin Vogel Illustration

09/07/2022

Maddi's Fridge read by Jennifer Garner

Blessings in a Backpack, a national organization that feeds 88,900 kids on the weekends, recommended Maddi's Fridge for !

IPG: Independent Publishers Group Lois Brandt Author
Vin Vogel Illustration

Maddi’s Fridge is written by Lois Brandt, illustrated by Vin Vogel and read by Jennifer Garner.With humor and warmth, this children’s picture book raises awa...

09/05/2022

Grandparents' Day is on September 11! What better way to celebrate than to read these sweet and touching books featuring grandparents?

Read our newsletter: https://conta.cc/3B170W6

IPG: Independent Publishers Group Jane Yolen Doug Keith Donna Welch Earnhardt Roz Rosenbluth Maurie J. Manning Vicki Gutta Sansum T. Kyle Gentry - Character Designer Courtney Pippin-Mathur

09/04/2022

In honor of Hunger Awareness Month, watch Jennifer Garner's heartwarming reading of Maddi's Fridge on Storyline Online: https://storylineonline.net/books/maddis-fridge/

IPG: Independent Publishers Group Lois Brandt Author Vin Vogel Illustration

09/02/2022

SCBWI | SCBWI Reading List

The Society of Children's Book Writers & Illustrators (SCBWI) listed La nevera de Maddi on their September reading list!
https://www.scbwi.org/scbwi-reading-list/?cat=pb

IPG: Independent Publishers Group Lois Brandt Author Vin Vogel Illustration

Donate to SCBWI The Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization with a mission to foster public appreciation of children’s books and to support the vibrant community of people who create and promote them. DONATE

09/01/2022

Favorite back to school books

It's back-to-school time! Read our newsletter to browse through our award-winning picture books that are perfect for the start of the school year.

https://conta.cc/3Rwhcvn

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Check out these books that are perfect for kids going back to school.       Kids heading back to school? These award-winning picture books will put them in a classroom mood!   Children’s Liter

08/30/2022

We're excited to share Julie Danielson's review of Giant Island that is scheduled to appear in the September/October issue of The Horn Book Magazine (quotes aren't final).

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08/29/2022

Book giveaway for Giant Island by Jane Yolen Aug 29-Sep 12, 2022

Who doesn't love a GIVEAWAY? We're giving away a FREE copy of Giant Island to 10 lucky winners. Like this post and enter below for your chance to win!

https://www.goodreads.com/giveaway/show/351594-giant-island

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Enter to win one of 10 free copies available. Giveaway dates from Aug 29-Sep 12, 2022. Enter for a chance to win a free copy of GIANT ISLAND by Jane Yolen!

08/28/2022

Giant Island, by By Jane Yolen. | Booklist Online

We are thrilled to share this review by Connie Fletcher from Booklist:

https://www.booklistonline.com/Giant-Island-/pid=9765399

IPG: Independent Publishers Group Doug Keith Jane Yolen

Booklist Online Book Review: Giant Island. By Jane Yolen. Illus. by Doug Keith Aug. 2022. 32p. IPG/Flashlight, $18.95 (9781947277182). PreS-Grade 2. REVIEW. First published July 29, 2022 (Booklist Online). Books For Youth - Fiction - General Fiction

08/23/2022

Giant Island

We are thrilled that Lydia, age 8, from Kids' BookBuzz rated Giant Island 5/5 stars! Read her review here: https://kidsbookbuzz.com/product/giant-island/

IPG: Independent Publishers Group Jane Yolen Doug Keith

Giant Island is the story of a brother and sister who are taken to an island with their grandpa and don’t understand why it’s called “Giant Island” when it looks so small. T…

08/18/2022

Sam wonders what his dog Dudley does at home while he is running errands with his mom. 🛒

His mom explains that Dudley does normal and ordinary dog things like eating, napping, and playing. 🐶

But in Sam’s mind, Dudley is anything but ordinary. Throughout the book, Sam visualizes all of the things he thinks Dudley is doing and even includes the cat Butterball from next door! 🪄

After a long day apart, Dudley and Sam reunite. ❤️

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09/30/2021

Happy , D is for Drool! 🎉🥳

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