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R.C. Chizhov
Oct 10, 20233 min read
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
May 28, 20231 min read
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 read
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 read
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 read
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 read
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 read
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 read
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
Oct 25, 20221 min read
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 read
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
Sep 27, 20221 min read
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...


R.C. Chizhov
Aug 7, 20221 min read
SCBWI Summer Conference 2022
I attended my first SCBWI (Society of Children's Books Writers and Illustrators) conference this weekend. The information packed...
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