Thank you. Stacey, for inviting all of us to participate. Great fun.

Lisa and I had so much fun writing this book. Thanks, Stacey Shubitz Chronicle Kids for the opportunity to share our process.

So excited to work closely with a small group of writers.

Great insights in these posts.

You did an amazing job, Kirk. I think kids are going to LOVE this book. And it's off into the world.

My time with all of you was wonderful. Such a hard-working group. And . . . many original ideas. July can't come soon enough.

Naomi will be great at this.

This past Saturday, August 17th, I read to and chatted with kids at the Reading is Fundamental event to remember Rosalynn Carter at the Carter Presidential Library. Loved every minute!! Reading Is Fundamental Charlesbridge

Booking school visits for Merry Christmas, Zoo! that debuts on September 24th. This nonfiction book takes you behind the scenes to learn how many zoos around the world provide healthy, stimulating treats to their animals during the holiday season. lolaschaefer.com

Thank you, Stacie, for the post.

Join me at the Carrollton BookFest in Carrollton, GA on April 4th for a full day master class on writing and marketing a children's book. Then on April 5th, enjoy the other authors as they share their personal stories.

Just completed the audiobook of The Bletchley Riddle by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin. WOW! Loved it! Hope kids in grades 4 - 8 get to read this amazing book.

Today! If You Like Butterflies is ready for YOU. If you have your own butterfly garden, if you teach the butterfly life cycle, if you appreciate gorgeous art, or if you just want to know about more species of butterflies, this is the book for you. Gabi's art is phenomenal!

Christy Ottaviano Books created Teaching Tips for If You Like Butterflies. If you teach 1st, 2nd, or 3rd grade, visit my books page and click on the link to review. Books — Lola M Schaefer

Thank you, Kirkus, for the STARRED review. Gabi and I are aflutter because of your words. kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews/l…

Thanks for the RT, Cathy!

Been having a blast with this project. 📷Justin Krasner at Sourcebooks eXplore has bought North American rights to Ultimate Animal Showdown by Lola M. Schaefer (l.), illustrated by Enrico Lorenzi.

Another starred review for If You Like Butterflies. Gabi and I are thrilled. booklistonline.com/products/98115…