How we came to publish
this one
We have already published Linda Flynn multiple times; we are
familiar with her work and we also know that
she works well with us during the editorial process. This is hardly surprising; she also edits for us.
The title
It is such an apt title; the book shows lots of examples of how
children can play together rather than being glued to a screen 24/7.
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Some notes about the process
This text was submitted as an author and illustration collaboration.
So the book was in effect designed as well. Certainly we proof read the text
and then some more time was spent in design making sure the pictures and text
work well, that the pictures bleed where they need to and that pages work correctly.
The cover
The cover illustration was of course provided by the
illustrator. It is the same as one of the illustrations inside but perhaps because
it is bigger and printed on glossy card it is lighter and brighter.
Some notes about style
As ever with picture books the illustrations tell far more
of the story. The text is minimal in any case. Pictures are sometimes several
to a page. Sometimes a picture takes up a whole page. There are a few examples
of pictures bleeding across two pages but there are no complete double page
spreads.
Who we think the reader
is
This book is good for the preschool child who will “read”
the text with the aid of a caring adult. Certainly the pictures offer opportunities
for conversations be shared between child and adult. The author and illustrator
have taken the book into schools where it has been well received and in some circumstances
it may be suitable for Key Stage 1. .
What else
A percentage of the royalties goes to Medical Detection
Dogs. This charity trains dogs to detect the odour from disease in the fight against
cancer, Parkinsons disease and bacterial infections, as well as training Medical
Alert Assistance Dogs.
Review copies
It’s always great if you can buy the book and give us a
review. Just click on the link to be taken to our bookshop. If you would like
to review and you are strapped for cash, just get in touch for a free PDF.
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