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The wait is almost over! The date is finally on the horizon.

Our very first children’s picture book officially releases on October 3rd! Creating this story has brought so much joy. Filled with heart, wonder, and beautiful illustrations, I can't wait for you and your little ones to explore it.Whether you are looking for a sweet new read-aloud for bedtime or a story to spark curiosity and imagination during cozy family reading time, this book was created with your home in mind.You can check out all the details, learn more about the story, at The Book […]

https://heathercongrove.com/2026/09/15/the-wait-is-almost-over-the-date-is-finally-on-the-horizon/

The wait is almost over! The date is finally on the horizon.

Our very first children’s picture book officially releases on October 3rd! Creating this story has brought so much joy. Filled with heart, wonder, and beautiful illustrations, I can't wait for you and your little ones to explore it.Whether you are looking for a sweet new read-aloud for bedtime or a story to spark curiosity and imagination during cozy family reading time, this book was created with your home in mind.You can check out all the details, learn more about the story, at The Book […]

https://heathercongrove.com/2026/09/15/the-wait-is-almost-over-the-date-is-finally-on-the-horizon/

The wait is almost over! The date is finally on the horizon.

Our very first children’s picture book officially releases on October 3rd! Creating this story has brought so much joy. Filled with heart, wonder, and beautiful illustrations, I can't wait for you and your little ones to explore it.Whether you are looking for a sweet new read-aloud for bedtime or a story to spark curiosity and imagination during cozy family reading time, this book was created with your home in mind.You can check out all the details, learn more about the story, at The Book […]

https://heathercongrove.com/2026/09/15/the-wait-is-almost-over-the-date-is-finally-on-the-horizon/

The wait is almost over! The date is finally on the horizon.

Our very first children’s picture book officially releases on October 3rd! Creating this story has brought so much joy. Filled with heart, wonder, and beautiful illustrations, I can't wait for you and your little ones to explore it.Whether you are looking for a sweet new read-aloud for bedtime or a story to spark curiosity and imagination during cozy family reading time, this book was created with your home in mind.You can check out all the details, learn more about the story, at The Book […]

https://heathercongrove.com/2026/09/15/the-wait-is-almost-over-the-date-is-finally-on-the-horizon/

The wait is almost over! The date is finally on the horizon.

Our very first children’s picture book officially releases on October 3rd! Creating this story has brought so much joy. Filled with heart, wonder, and beautiful illustrations, I can't wait for you and your little ones to explore it.Whether you are looking for a sweet new read-aloud for bedtime or a story to spark curiosity and imagination during cozy family reading time, this book was created with your home in mind.You can check out all the details, learn more about the story, at The Book […]

https://heathercongrove.com/2026/09/15/the-wait-is-almost-over-the-date-is-finally-on-the-horizon/

Behind the Scenes: Part 4

There is something truly magical about watching a children's story come to life long before the final colors are added. I am so excited to share another early rough draft sketch from one of our upcoming picture books. Building a book is a step by step journey of collaboration, imagination, and refining every little detail until the magic lands on the page. Seeing these initial pencil lines turn into fully realized characters is always my favorite part of the process. Stay tuned for more […]

https://heathercongrove.com/2026/09/14/behind-the-scenes-part-4/

Behind the Scenes: Part 4

There is something truly magical about watching a children's story come to life long before the final colors are added. I am so excited to share another early rough draft sketch from one of our upcoming picture books. Building a book is a step by step journey of collaboration, imagination, and refining every little detail until the magic lands on the page. Seeing these initial pencil lines turn into fully realized characters is always my favorite part of the process. Stay tuned for more […]

https://heathercongrove.com/2026/09/14/behind-the-scenes-part-4/

Behind the Scenes: Part 4

There is something truly magical about watching a children's story come to life long before the final colors are added. I am so excited to share another early rough draft sketch from one of our upcoming picture books. Building a book is a step by step journey of collaboration, imagination, and refining every little detail until the magic lands on the page. Seeing these initial pencil lines turn into fully realized characters is always my favorite part of the process. Stay tuned for more […]

https://heathercongrove.com/2026/09/14/behind-the-scenes-part-4/

Behind the Scenes: Part 4

There is something truly magical about watching a children's story come to life long before the final colors are added. I am so excited to share another early rough draft sketch from one of our upcoming picture books. Building a book is a step by step journey of collaboration, imagination, and refining every little detail until the magic lands on the page. Seeing these initial pencil lines turn into fully realized characters is always my favorite part of the process. Stay tuned for more […]

https://heathercongrove.com/2026/09/14/behind-the-scenes-part-4/

Behind the Scenes: Part 4

There is something truly magical about watching a children's story come to life long before the final colors are added. I am so excited to share another early rough draft sketch from one of our upcoming picture books. Building a book is a step by step journey of collaboration, imagination, and refining every little detail until the magic lands on the page. Seeing these initial pencil lines turn into fully realized characters is always my favorite part of the process. Stay tuned for more […]

https://heathercongrove.com/2026/09/14/behind-the-scenes-part-4/

Review: How To Be a Lion by Ed Vere

Vere, Ed. (2018). How To Be A Lion. Doubleday Books for Young Readers *Downloadable activity sheets at the bottom of this post! This is a great book about being true to yourself and honoring your differences and those of other people. But also, of found family and friends! "Some say, there's only one way to be a lion." In the Savannah, "some say there's only one way to be a lion." You must be fierce, and loud, you must chomp those creatures smaller than you! "They say a lion can't be […]

https://accidentaleducationblog.wordpress.com/2026/08/29/review-how-to-be-a-lion-by-ed-vere/