WMUR came to my studio several weeks ago to interview me for their magazine show called NH Chronicle. Jen Crompton and a talented cameraman showed up and spent three hours, filming and talking. I was very impressed at how Jen Crompton edited this together. It was seamless. She is a master at what she does. Take a peek: WMUR NH Chronicle Interview
After I viewed this segment, it hit me... this interview/ film editing process, is much like publishing a book. Starting with research, organizing information, and asking the right questions, it moves onto the making of a visual "story" by editing the pieces so it flows together like a moving "book". I was impressed at how Jen brought this piece full circle, by starting with "Wednesday is Spaghetti Day" and ending with the same book and a look to the future of ebooks. We, as authors, use that same technique of "full circle" when writing a book. There was also a "balance" in this segment, moving in and out, cutting to visuals at the appropriate place, etc. As authors and illustrators we also strive for balance; keeping the reader's interest, changing perspective, and tieing everything together to make a satisfying "read".
This whole process has given me a new appreciation for this film medium. Thanks Jen Crompton & WMUR staff for a great job. --Thanks!
Fox interview
I zip-tripped to my home town, Everett MA. Here is the video from my Fox 25 interview:
LINK TO VIEW INTERVIEW
Here are the books we discussed and the amazon link to each book. Enjoy!
LINK TO VIEW INTERVIEW
Here are the books we discussed and the amazon link to each book. Enjoy!
Fox25 Boston- Interview
FOX25 is Zip-tripping to Everett, MA on Friday April 29 -6am-10am in Everett Square- My hometown! I was invited to be part of the fun and I have an interview scheduled for 9:45. I'll be there to feature my book BUS ROUTE TO BOSTON which was inspired by my childhood growing up on Woodlawn Ave (a bus route). I use to take Bus111 to Boston. In the book, my sister Diane, myself and my mom take the bus to Boston and visit all the places we use to go as kids...like Filenes Basement (I miss it), Haymarket to buy fruits and vegetables, Baileys (to get an ice cream Sundae) and of course the Northend to visit the butcher and get that cannoli for the bus ride home.
I'll also touch on my new Princess Kim books, which were also inspired by my childhood.
So tune in. (it's going to be short interview...so don't blink.)
Location: 410 Broadway, Everett 02149
Time: 6:00AM Friday, April 29th
A Studio Visit
Today visited with a group of highschoolers from Bedford High School (NH) who have chosen to study "children's books" for their Inter-session topic. My studio was their first stop. I spend a few hours explaining my process of creating my books, from idea to printed book. I hope I inspired them!
I do know that my dog LOVED their visit! Bianca was handed from one student to another. (I do think she is really a cat!)
(I enjoyed your visit! I hope you all have fun at the Eric Carle Museum!)
- Maryann
Spring Giveaway Winners
We still have snow on the ground here in NH...But I see signs of SPRING- Really!
Thanks to all who entered my Spring Book Giveaway. I've heard from book lovers from all over the country...including Vermont, Iowa and Wisconsin. I truly appreciate your support.
The winners have been contacted by email:
Recordable Ebooks: (6 winners)
Lee H. from NH, Roberta M. from FL, Donna C. from VT, Becky B. from IA,
Michelle P. from MA, Lynette M from MD.
Autographed Book, Rain Brings Frogs- A Little Book of Hope(3)
Amy H. from MS, Amanda B. from NC, Betty R. from MA.
Amy H. from MS, Amanda B. from NC, Betty R. from MA.
Autographed Book, Princess Kim and Too Much Truth (3)
Samantha G. from NY, Sarah S from WI, Paige H. from NH.
Happy Spring!
Maryann
Samantha G. from NY, Sarah S from WI, Paige H. from NH.
Happy Spring!
Maryann
Maryann's Spring Book-Giveaway
New Spring Books and Ebooks!
Help me spread the word and enter to win!
Share this BlogPost and win an autographed book or recordable ebook! Here's How: Help me spread the word and enter to win!
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* Write an Amazon review on any book.
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Do any of the above, then email your name and email address to mcleffler@aol.com with the subject line: Spring Book-Hop. On March 21 (Spring!) I will randomly choose 6 names to receive a free autographed hardcover book, either Rain Brings Frogs or Princess Kim and too Much Truth. (Three books of each title will be given away). And 6 names will be chosen to receive a recordable ebook (your choice- one of 4 books offered). Keep reading...here's the descriptions:
NEW SPRING HARDCOVER BOOKS:
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NEW RECORDABLE EBOOKS: How about recording yourself reading one of my books and sending it to a loved one? I'm now working with an innovative company called, "A Story Before Bed". Four of my books are now available in this exciting ebook format (and more to come). You'll be able to send my books to your children, grandchildren, students, nieces or nephews- and they will SEE and HEAR you as you read. Purchase the book once and send it to everyone! See my "My Bookshelf'" at A Story Before Bed to preview these titles:
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