The Bard from Narrambla Born in 1864, Andrew Barton “Banjo” Paterson was a solicitor, author, war correspondent, and composer. But above all, he was a bush poet. His subjects were the rough and tumble horsemen of his youth; his lands
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Trade Reviews: The Treasure of Mad Doc Magee
Trade reviews are out for The Treasure of Mad Doc Magee! This funny, heartfelt, rip-roaring puzzle box of an adventure about grit, guts, and gold is scheduled to be published on August 21, 2018. Pre-order at your local bookstore and
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Best Massachusetts Bookstores for Kids & Adults: Part 1
The Blue Bunny Books & Toys Open: 7 days a week Address: 577 High Street, Dedham, MA 02026 (Southwest of Boston) Parking: Metered street parking or a free parking lot on the corner of Eastern Ave & High Street Highlights:
Best Massachusetts Bookstores for Kids & Adults: Part 2
Park Street Books & Toys Open: 7 days a week Address: 504 Main Street, Medfield, MA 02052 (Southwest of Boston) Parking: Free parking outside the store Highlights: Largest children’s bookstore in New England Fabulous Yelp reviews Make Your Own Pottery
Advice for Young Writers
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Trade Journal Book Reviews: The Mechanical Mind of John Coggin
The Mechanical Mind of John Coggin, a comic adventure for kids ages 8-12, is now available via Amazon, IndieBound, and your local bookstore! In the head of an author, publication day means only one thing—book reviews. Here’s the early word
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Only 8 days to go until the LEGO®-Packed Book Launch Party for the hilarious children’s novel, The Mechanical Mind of John Coggin, on the Main Floor of the Sawyer Free Library in Gloucester, MA! The event kicks off on Saturday,