December 10, 2010 In appreciation, children's books By Patricia Saxton

Shout Out to Chattanooga

I got up early today to do some online Christmas shopping before work, and noticed a special email message from Amazon. Turns out they’ve added some nifty features for Authors, and I have to say “kudos to Amazon” for adding these nice analytic tools.

Because of the new tools, I can see where and how many copies of my two books, “The Book of Mermaids” and “A Book of Fairies”, are sold each week. So I want to say Thank You to all of you who’ve bought my books from places like New York, Boston, Rhode Island, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Seattle, Portland, Chicago, Cleveland, Cincinnati, Indianapolis, New Orleans, North Carolina, Montana, LA, San Francisco, Nashville, Albuquerque, Omaha, Oklahoma CIty, Kansas City, Detroit, Phoenix, Hartford, Minneapolis, Milwaukee, Washington DC, Miami, Dallas, Houston and Denver.

And a special shout out to a lone somebody in Chattanooga, Tennessee, who bought “A Book of Fairies” last week. I don’t know who you are, but I thank you  ~ and I send you best wishes!

We’re not talking NYTimes Top 10 bestsellers here, but the numbers are good and I have to tell you it’s a thrill to see the reach, and to know that kids and parents all over the country are reading and sharing things I created. Things that originated in one heart and mind … made its way to pencil, ink and paper, and to a publisher who found it worthy to print, and into the hands of people near and far. Every purchase is an honor.

Thanks everyone!

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May 16, 2010 In children's books, creativity, work and play By Patricia Saxton

Fairy Houses

What do you get when you put together some cardboard boxes, a bunch of nifty craft stuff and a room of imaginative children? … some great fairy houses!

Yesterday I led a fairy-house-making afternoon at the library, based around A Book of Fairies. The kids had tons of fun ~ each one proudly carrying home their colorful, imaginative creations. I think there are a lot of delighted woodland fairies around town right now!

(Many thanks to our fantastic librarian “Miss Lynn”, for organizing and supplying lots of great tools and good cheer.)

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November 9, 2009 In art, books & stuff, children's books, creativity, words and language By Patricia Saxton

Fairies & Mermaids On The Move

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We love to share the joy of reading …. and we’ve got several events lined up through December, all in time for the quickly approaching holiday season. Here’s a quick run-down of where I’ll be with A Book of Fairies, The Book of Mermaids, and the oh-so-fun Magnetic Mermaid Dress-Up Game:

Thurs., Nov. 12, Summit, NJ … 6-7:30 p.m.: Book Signing at Washington School Book Fair

Wed., Nov. 18, Summit, NJ … 7-9 p.m.: Book Signing at Jefferson School Holiday Boutique

Sat., Nov., 28, Sussex, NJ … 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.: Book Signing & Gifts, Sussex County Elks Art & Craft Holiday Fair

Fri. & Sat., Dec. 4 & 5: Sedona, AZ … Art Exhibit & Book Signing, Andrea Smith Gallery at Tlaquepaque

Sat. Dec. 19: NYC … Book Signing & Gifts, Holiday Market at Union Square

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August 7, 2009 In art, children's books, creativity, graphic design, illustration, words and language By Patricia Saxton

"A Book of Fairies" Book Launch!

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It’s a pleasure to announce that “A Book of Fairies” is now available online and at local bookstores.

Yes, in between designing, illustrating and writing for business clients, I design, write and illustrate children’s books. You can visit the author/illustrator website at patriciasaxton.com for lots more information, some Q&As, links, and games – and the patricia saxton blog, where there are different types of thought articles on creativity, event updates, and a special Sightings page for reading about – or better yet, sharing your own – experiences with the fairy realm!

Note: Patricia will be signing books on September 12 at Princeton, NJ’s Children’s Book Festival, and September 19 at The Town Book Store in Westfield, NJ.

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June 17, 2009 In art, children's books, creativity, graphic design, illustration, words and language By Patricia Saxton

Saxton's "A Book of Fairies" Receives Reviewer Praise

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available for pre-order on amazon.com

From Midwest Book Review:

A Book of Fairies is a fantastic children’s picturebook that presents a fascinating listing of imaginary facts about imaginary creatures. From the nature of Fairyland, to finding fairies, the tasks of fairies, fairy secrets and language, fairy medicine, and more, A Book of Fairies is a fun source of mystical speculation. The beautiful color illustrations perfectly complement the thoughtful text. A Book of Fairies is sure to bring joy not only to young readers, but also to adults who still believe in fairies!

“Of all the earth fairies, flower fairies are around us the most. Flower fairies are the ones skipping through the ivy, or tending your vegetable patch – yet they can be awfully hard to spot. They make their clothing from leaves and colorful flower petals, so they blend right into the gardens where they play.”

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June 5, 2009 In art, creativity, graphic design, illustration By Patricia Saxton

Stay Tuned …

Thanks for your patience while I’m busily getting things lined up for the launch of my second children’s book, “A Book of Fairies”… !  Of course, while we’re waiting, I should mention that it’s available for pre-order on Amazon. :  )

More soon.  Stayed tuned!

A Book of Fairies, by Patricia Saxton

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