R.C. Chizhov
Of Book Fairs
I had the pleasure of attending four awesome book fairs in the last six months. Book fairs are a wonderful opportunity to connect with...
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R.C. Chizhov
Dec 13, 20232 min
Resources for Picture Book Writers
While there are plenty of websites, books and other resources about #kidlit, here are some that I found especially helpful (and continue...
R.C. Chizhov
Oct 20, 20232 min
15 Best Halloween Books for Kids
With Halloween around the corner, here are 15 picture books to get your children excited about reading. We love these spooky reads at...
R.C. Chizhov
Oct 10, 20233 min
Ten Publishers Looking for Your Book
Are you eager to submit your picture book to publishers but don’t have an agent (yet)? It can be challenging to find a children's book...
R.C. Chizhov
Aug 22, 20231 min
Back To School Giveaway Alert!
Exciting news! We're giving away a $25 TARGET gift card for you to shop your school supplies AND signed copies of The Lion in Your Heart...
R.C. Chizhov
Aug 8, 20231 min
The Lion in Your Heart in Mrs. Mac's Bookbag
Guess who's on Episode 14 of Mrs. Mac's Bookbag? The Lion in Your Heart! Thank you to Aycorp Media, Mrs. Mac and Brook Britt from North...
R.C. Chizhov
Aug 7, 20231 min
KidLit Indie Publishing Summit
Journey to Kidlit just opened registration for their FREE Kidlit Indie Summit where I’m a speaker. 🤩 If you're hoping to publish a...
R.C. Chizhov
May 28, 20231 min
Summer Reading List For Kids 2023
Looking to take a break from theme parks, beach days, hikes, camping and bike rides and engage your kids in summer reading? As a mom and...
R.C. Chizhov
Apr 5, 20235 min
My Journey to Finding a Literary Agent
In 2021, in the midst of the global pandemic, after 15 years of corporate life, I had an opportunity of a lifetime: to realize my...
R.C. Chizhov
Mar 28, 20231 min
I'm a guest on Connecting with Kim!
I had the pleasure of being a guest on Connecting with Kim and visiting the Tampa Bay Arts and Education Network (TBAE) Studios earlier...
R.C. Chizhov
Jan 13, 20231 min
Representation Announcement
I am thrilled to announce that I've signed with Lynnette Novak of Seymour Agency! Grateful to be part of her amazing literary family!
R.C. Chizhov
Dec 18, 20221 min
Now Available in Spanish
Two of my picture books have been translated to Spanish! El León en Tu Corazón: Un libro infantil sobre el coraje para niños de 2 a 7...
R.C. Chizhov
Dec 1, 20227 min
How to Self-Publish a Picture Book: Beginner’s Guide
With the ease of self-publishing and the concise nature of a picture book, it’s tempting to take an idea that magically appeared in the...
R.C. Chizhov
Nov 22, 20221 min
Holiday Book Bundles!
Limited edition holiday book bundles are now available at my new online store. SHOP NOW for discounted children's books, signed copies,...
R.C. Chizhov
Nov 20, 20221 min
Storytime at Barnes and Noble!
I had the best time at Barnes and Noble, St. Petersburg for a story time and author event this Saturday, Nov 19th! A big thank you to the...
R.C. Chizhov
Nov 2, 20221 min
Magician Emu read aloud at The Bazaar
I had a wonderful time reading my newly published book, The Magician Emu, at The Bazaar at Apricot and Lime the past weekend to over 40...
R.C. Chizhov
Oct 25, 20221 min
Magician Emu is now available!
I'm excited to announce the launch of the third picture book in the Emu Town Stories series: MAGICIAN EMU. Perfect read for Halloween,...
R.C. Chizhov
Oct 23, 20221 min
Author Fair at Bookstore1 Sarasota
This weekend, I participated in Bookstore1 Sarasota's author fair alongside 11 local authors. It was a pleasure connecting with young...
R.C. Chizhov
Oct 5, 20221 min
Have you seen the Nope-Nope Emu Book Trailer?
The Nope-Nope Emu Book trailer is here! Click below to watch. Nope-Nope Emu is a funny children's picture book in rhythmic rhyme that...
R.C. Chizhov
Sep 27, 20221 min
Rhyming in Children's Picture Books
With the recent release of my rhyming picture book series, Emu Town Stories, I’ve received several questions related to rhyme: What meter...
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