BEA 2011 Countdown: Happy Birthday Ziggy

Wow, this is our last Countdown post. We’ve covered all the cool stuff – and uber-cool people – in our booth; talked about author interviews and autographs, and now, last but not least, we present Ziggy. Like you, we are anxiously awaiting the unveiling of the artistic cake we’ve ordered to celebrate Tom Wilson and Ziggy’s 40th Anniversary. A Cake … Read More

BEA 2011 Countdown: Events in Booth 2264, Part 3

The countdown continues! In Part 1 we previewed some of the prizes in our daily drawings. Yesterday we introduced you to honorees and alumni in our booth (2264) on Tuesday … complete with a slideshow with their award-winning products. This morning, we’re covering the Middle: Wednesday. Today we showcase the award-winning work of our honorees that you’ll see on Wednesday. Be … Read More

BEA 2011 Countdown: Events in Booth 2264, Part 2

The countdown continues! Yesterday we had a preview of some of the prizes in our daily drawings, today we want to introduce you to the honorees and alumni who are in our booth on Tuesday, May 24, 2011. 9:00 – 10:00 :30 – Mary Cashman and Cynthia Whipple autograph Merrilee Mannerly & Her Magnificent Manners 10:01 – 11:00 :30 JoaAnn … Read More

BEA 2011 Countdown: What’s Happening in Booth 2264, part 1

Wow, just three more days until BookExpo America 2011 kicks off at the Javits Center. There is so much to see and do at BEA, and we’re sure you’ve filled your planner with some of the best! We have a few “bests” of our own and we hope you’ve still got a little space in your days to meet our … Read More

From the Mailbox: Walk Now for Autism Speaks,

Greg Walsh is the founder and president of Walsh PR. A number of the clients he represents have earned Mom’s Choice Awards.  Gregi is also Ryan’s dad. Ryan is (almost) eight and began showing the signs of Autism at just 19 months. Each year, Greg and his family – known as Team RyeBreads –  participate in the Walk Now for … Read More

BEA Spotlight Shines on Tim Ostermeyer and the Adventures of Rusty and Ginger Fox

Tim Ostermeyer knows the hard work that goes into crafting an award-winning product. Tim is a Master Photographer whose wildlife photography has earned him 250 (!) First Place awards, and Photographer of the Year by various organizations. Transforming those images into a story for children, in many ways is an extension of the art Tim knows and loves. As you'll … Read More

BEA 2011 Countdown: Award-Winners on Display

They say a picture is worth a thousand words so today we’re going to take a more ‘visual’ approach to celebrating the Countdown to BookExpo America. [squee!] This is a nice, virtual preview of 101 of the Mom’s Choice Award-winning products you’ll not only be able to see, but touch – and even play with or win in our DRAWING – … Read More