My sophomore picture book, IMPOSSIBLE POSSUMS (illustrated by James Rey Sanchez), publishes October 22nd with Disney Hyperion. That means it's time for an epic giveaway!
What's the Book About? Cue Book Summary!
Life as an aspiring villain is lonely for Carl the possum, so he’s on a mission to create a like-minded conspirator. But when his Possum Populator arrives, it requires assembly (and villains don’t have time for that). So, Carl tosses the instructions, leading to a series of outlandish mishaps and mounting frustration as the contraption pops out all the wrong creations.
Who's it For?
Anyone who enjoys energetic, theatrical picture books with lots of silly humor that makes for a great read aloud and plenty of laughs. It's especially perfect for fans of Despicable Me, Minions, Lilo and Stitch, and Pinky and the Brain.
ALL PARTICIPANTS WILL RECEIVE:
All who enter the giveaway will receive an exclusive document containing my TOP TEN TIPS FOR IMPROVING YOUR PICTURE BOOK MANUSCRIPTS. I'll share tips and techniques I utilize when drafting and revising my own manuscripts, including questions I ask myself throughout the process, as well as common issues I see when critiquing clients' manuscripts through The Kidlit Hive.
BUT WAIT, THERE'S MORE!
All US-based participants will receive SWAG, which includes: 1 Signed bookplate (by author AND illustrator), 2 bookmarks, and 5 Stickers.
NOW FOR THE PRIZES . . .
THREE randomly chosen winners will each receive one of the following prizes via The Kidlit Hive:
A Seat in My Highly Reviewed Class' ($275 value):
A seat in the September/October session of 'The Mechanics of HUMOR'. This six-session course includes visual and verbal presentation, dozens of mentor texts, relevant classroom exercises, optional homework, in-class discussion of session’s topic and previous week’s homework, and weekly office hours during which I am happy to chat anything craft and business-related, as well as critique and brainstorm your manuscripts with you. Click Here to hear what past clients are saying about their class experience.
Full [Non-Rhyming] Picture Book Manuscript Critique ($125 value):
Includes big picture and line-level feedback via margin comments, several-page editorial letter, and professional-grade audio recording of your manuscript.
30-Minute 'Ask Me Anything' Chat ($60+ value):
We can discuss craft, the publishing industry and market, next steps for your career, agents and editors, your manuscripts, ideas you're brainstorming, and more.
HOW TO ENTER:
(No Purchase Necessary to enter or win. See Official Rules for Details.)
Order a copy of Impossible Possums.
Complete the Google Form, upload your proof of purchase, and submit!
ELIGIBILITY & OFFICIAL RULES:
Open to US and international participants.
Must be 18 years of age or older to enter.
To enter for a chance to win, participants must purchase a copy of Impossible Possums or complete the alternate method of entry below.
Must submit giveaway entry before EOD, Sunday, September 8, 2024.
One entry per participant.
Alternate Method of Entry: To enter without purchasing a copy of Impossible Possums, share the Impossible Possums animated trailer, linked below, on social media (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and/or Blue Sky), tag five people under the post, and upload proof of your post using the Google Form provided above.
*A purchase will not enhance the chances of winning.
Odds: The odds of winning will depend on the number of eligible entries received, according to the eligibility requirements in the Sweepstakes.
DEADLINE TO ENTER:
Start Date: Wednesday, August 28, 2024
End Date: Sunday, September 8, 2024 at 11:59 pm ET
CHECK OUT THE ANIMATED TRAILER:
Our trailer just went live a few hours ago. Click the image below to watch via Youtube.
ADD IT ON GOODREADS:
Click the image below to visit the Goodreads page for Impossible Possums.
THE LATEST REVIEW:
Click the image below to visit the original Kirkus review for Impossible Possums.
