Booklist Reviews THE BALLAD OF JESSIE PEARL 24 Jan 2013Shannon Hitchcock Childrens Writer I love this review from Booklist…especially the last line! Issue: February 15, 2013 The Ballad of Jessie Pearl. Advanced Review... Read More
A Blog Hop, (I’m just a girl who can’t say no!) 23 Jan 2013Shannon Hitchcock Childrens Writer Do you remember that delightful song from the musical, OKLAHOMA, “I’m Just A Girl Who Can’t Say No?” Well, that... Read More
What’s Real & What’s Made Up From The Ballad of Jessie Pearl? 21 Jan 2013Shannon Hitchcock Childrens Writer I received an email from a high school friend who has recently read my book. She wanted to know which... Read More
The Ballad of Jessie Pearl Receives Another Good Review! 13 Jan 2013Shannon Hitchcock Childrens Writer I am thrilled with THE BALLAD OF JESSIE PEARL’S reviews by Kirkus and Publisher’s Weekly, and now I have more... Read More
Professional Reviews Matter 01 Jan 2013Shannon Hitchcock Childrens Writer All of us who hope to sell to the school and library market know that professional reviews matter. Though publishers... Read More
Are Book Trailers Worth the Expense? 16 Dec 2012Shannon Hitchcock Childrens Writer When I announced my intention to have a book trailer made, my critique group had a mini-debate. Another author declared,... Read More
What Makes A Great Debut Author Website? 06 Dec 2012Shannon Hitchcock Childrens Writer I decided to overhaul my website to celebrate the release of my debut novel, THE BALLAD OF JESSIE PEARL. I... Read More
Augusta Scattergood’s Interview With Me And A Recipe for Chocolate Pound Cake 30 Nov 2012Shannon Hitchcock Childrens Writer This picture is of Augusta Scattergood at the launch party for GLORY BE at Inkwood Books. I am feeling a... Read More
The Amazing Timothy Decker 09 Nov 2012Shannon Hitchcock Childrens Writer THE BALLAD OF JESSIE PEARL not only has beautiful cover art, but an image that I adore on the title... Read More