Jeannine Smith 5/28/25 Jeannine Smith 5/28/25

I’m Obviously a Vivian Kirkfield Fan

This inspirational biography by Vivian Kirkfield is a “must read.”

Jeannine Smith 5/16/25 Jeannine Smith 5/16/25

Who Knew Marilyn Monroe and Ella Fitzgerald were Besties?

Marilyn Monroe and Ella Fitzgerald, two amazingly talented women, needed each other to become their best selves.

Jeannine Smith 4/26/25 Jeannine Smith 4/26/25

Picture Book World: A Community of Support

I doubt many of us could survive Picture Book World with the the incredible support in this Kid Lit Community.

Jeannine Smith 4/17/25 Jeannine Smith 4/17/25

You’ve Gotta Walk the Walk, Not Just Talk the Talk

Don’t just talk the talk. Walk the walk with me, and make some small changes to help the Earth.

Jeannine Smith 4/10/25 Jeannine Smith 4/10/25

It’s Time to Play “Name That Picture Book!”

How well do you really know picture books? Come play a game called “Name That Picture Book!

Jeannine Smith 3/30/25 Jeannine Smith 3/30/25

Had to Add These Two Picture Books to My Collection

I’m such a fan of KNIGHT OWL and MELL FELL. Had to blog about them!

Jeannine Smith 3/20/25 Jeannine Smith 3/20/25

Ever Wonder About Your Fur Babies Once They Cross The Rainbow Bridge?

What happens when a beloved animal passes? This book will give such comfort.

Jeannine Smith 3/8/25 Jeannine Smith 3/8/25

From Rat Lady to Cockroach Lady to Dog Lady to Book Lady

From rats to cockroaches to dogs to books…

Jeannine Smith 3/1/25 Jeannine Smith 3/1/25

50 Precious Words Contest -March 2

Would love any comments about my entry, INSECT UNDIES, for the 50 Precious Words Contest. Thank you!

Jeannine Smith 2/18/25 Jeannine Smith 2/18/25

Any Authors Out There Who Write Both Kid Lit & Adult Lit?

Hallooo!! Any authors who write both kid lit and adult lit? How do you balance both worlds?

Jeannine Smith 1/30/25 Jeannine Smith 1/30/25

Orvie Pawgs: I Join the Ranks of Therapy Dogs

Read my pawg about my therapy dog test. Yap-eeee I passed!

Jeannine Smith 1/23/25 Jeannine Smith 1/23/25

Kimmie’s Advice: Carpe Dogem

Carpe Dogem with me, hoomans. We dawgs can show you how to be happy.

Jeannine Smith 1/7/25 Jeannine Smith 1/7/25

Join Me in Defying Gravity in 2025!

Let’s defy gravity together in 2025!

Jeannine Smith 12/20/24 Jeannine Smith 12/20/24

How Did You Find Your Agent?

Hearing your agent story would help many of us in the trenches:)

Jeannine Smith 12/5/24 Jeannine Smith 12/5/24

My Author Story

My life went to the dogs. The rest is history.

Jeannine Smith 11/26/24 Jeannine Smith 11/26/24

Grateful Feels Good

I invite you to focus on “the good” this Holiday season. I am

Jeannine Smith 11/20/24 Jeannine Smith 11/20/24

Rainy Days = No Excuses

There’s always a silver lining. Rainy days ain’t so bad.

Jeannine Smith 11/18/24 Jeannine Smith 11/18/24

My Takeaways from the SCBWI Handsprings Conference

Always such GOOD STUFF at a SCBWI conference!

Jeannine Smith 11/15/24 Jeannine Smith 11/15/24

Kudos for Landing Book Deals!

I love celebrating the successes of these wonderful humans who happen to be talented authors!

Jeannine Smith 10/28/24 Jeannine Smith 10/28/24

Hola Santa Fe! Looking Forward to the Handsprings Conference!

Handsprings Conference in Santa Fe!F What’s not to love?