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What a Great Way to Teach Kids Manners! Use Monsters!!

I've got an idea for a series of books, and it's based on a big fat lie I told my toddler one day at dinnertime.  Do I feel bad? Of course.  No good parent wants to lie to their child, but I needed something, and I needed it fast, if I was to direct my son's manners in the right direction.  Enter the Yucky Monsters.... Yucky Monsters are Selfish and Don't Like to Share! "Only Yucky Monsters eat like that, Bobby." Bobby stops mid bite, raises his head with a mouth full of food and asks,  "What's a Yucky Monthur?" And the story begins. I'm excited about this series, but of course, I'd like to finish publishing my first book, and then brag about other ideas. However, I was too excited to wait! I'm teaching myself to design my own illustrations...this will be a process though, because I'm not naturally talented, but as usual, I don't give up on anything I attempt without a fight! Thanks for continuing to ins...

The Latest News on this New Children's Fiction Book about a Boy with Loose Tooth Troubles!

Coming soon.... Six year old Bobby has a loose tooth that hurts when he wiggles it. Journey through this imaginative character’s day, as he receives outrageous, hilarious, ridiculous, and comical suggestions, from various people he encounters during his day, including the smartest one of all, his mom, as he ends up finding out the simplest solution, is usually the best one! Loose Tooth Trouble  © , a children’s story of approximately 900 words, is a quirky and humorous story, complete with a great universal dilemma that every child is faced with growing up.  Using the ridiculous suggestions given to Bobby throughout the story coupled with hilarious illustrations, this story is sure to be a family favorite for years to come.  I'm still searching for the perfect illustrator,  and which avenue to take next in the indie publishing world!  My six year old's favorite part of the book. “We can tie your tooth to the rocket I just got for my birthday, and wh...

Great Information on Publishing from Writer's Market Editor

I found this article extremely helpful! Thanks Robert Lee Brewer! Editor FAQs By Robert Lee Brewer The publishing  world is filled with so many nooks and crannies that even the most experienced writers have common questions about various topics, such as co-authoring, self-publishing, ghostwriting and more. I know, because writers tend to ask me the same questions whether I’m speaking at a bookstore or a writer’s conference, or fielding questions through WritersMarket.com. Here are some of those most frequently asked questions with my most frequently given answers.   What’s the trick to getting published? There really  is  no trick to getting published. There’s no tried-and-true gimmick that will build your career for you. Making it as a writer requires a lot of hard work, discipline and perseverance. The first step is always to work on the craft of writing. You can improve your craft by participating in writer’s groups, attending writer’s conferences, t...

Teachers, Writers and Artists Can Make Extra Money on the Internet Legitimately!

I wouldn't put it on the blog if it wasn't true! If you are a teacher, writer, artist, or just able to use a word processing program, you can make some extra money on the internet! Legitimately! Check it out now! It's FREE to sign up and you can start making money immediately! 

We Welcome All New Authors, Artists, Illustrators...Oh My! Submit your Work and Be Seen - Totally FREE

That's right!  We want to display your work for publishers, other artists, and the world to see, to help you get your name out there, totally FREE ! We ask for nothing in return. But, we hope you will consider putting a link or feed to our blog, on your web page or social media accounts.  If you don't, that's cool too!  We are just here to help! Use the contact form to submit your URL, if you already have an online presence and just want us to link to your site, OR email us what you would like us to display on our blog for you. Email to TeachMeBixby@gmail.com. Here's a link to copy and paste to your own blog, web page, etc. if you choose to show your work off to friends and family! http://mabixby.blogspot.com/ Feel free to use our blog link, where your talents are being displayed, when you submit to publishers. Show them you have an online presence already! Also, feel free to check out the Funny Phonetic Poetry Illustration Contest we are hosting. ...

Introducing New Comic Book Author/Illustrator Kevin Bixby!

So exciting!! Brand new Bixtone Productions Comic!  Get your copy today!  Contact BixtoneProductions@gmail.com Or visit Bixtoneproductions.blogspot.com

Bobby B.'s Interpretation of the Newest Picture Book to be Published...Coming Soon...Introducing....

Loose Tooth Trouble  © by Melissa Bixby This illustration, created by my 6 year old son, is his interpretation of a scene is our soon to be published children's book, Loose Tooth Trouble .   Six year old Bobby has a loose tooth that hurts when he wiggles it. Journey through this imaginative character’s day, as he receives outrageous, hilarious, ridiculous, and comical suggestions, from various people he encounters during his day, including the smartest one of all, his mom, as he ends up finding out the simplest solution, is usually the best one! Loose Tooth Trouble , a children’s story of approximately 900 words, is a quirky and humorous story, complete with a great universal dilemma that every child is faced with growing up.  Using the ridiculous suggestions given to Bobby throughout the story coupled with hilarious illustrations, this story is sure to be a family favorite for years to come.  “Well, let’s tie it to the bus door and when the door opens ...

Is it your Dream to Illustrate Children's Books? Enter the Funny Phonetic Poetry Contest Today!

The rules for this contest are very simple. 1. Read the Funny Phonetic Poems listed here . 2. Create an Illustration or Picture that you feel best represents the poem you choose. 3. Submit your Illustration via email at TeachMeBixby@gmail.com. Put CONTEST in the subject line. The Winner for each week will be announced when the new poem is posted, and may have the opportunity to get their illustration published in a children's poetry book in the near future! *You may submit as many illustrations as you would like for as many poems as you choose!