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1/18/12

New Year- New Book

It is a bit washed out, but here the first "viewing" of the cover for my new book coming out in September 2012. I painted the illustrations for this story all of 2011, creating the characters and scenarios, and now that it is done- or at least in production, I have fallen in love with it. This doesn't always happen this soon. Usually I am happy to have it out of my studio for awhile. But I miss this little boy and his night time friends. I love leafing through the small pdf dummy that the designer sent me. If my kids were not in college and high school, I would read this book to them at bedtime and I know it is a book they would ask for again and again. Here is what the front flap copy is probably going to say about the book:

Bedtime is here!
Time to curl up, snuggle in, and remember . . .
the who, the what, the why, and the way
four best friends
had a wonderful day. 
From bestselling author Mem Fox and award winning illustrator Lauren Stringer, here is a celebration of imagination, play, friendship, and coziness certain to touch a chord with young children everywhere.

It truly is a cozy book... maybe that is why I keep paging through it while embarking on my next project! New adventures always need a little coziness at the end of the day.

8 comments:

Christy said...

Lauren, even if you say it looks washed out, to me the colors look so rich! Can't wait to see the actual printed book. Funny, how we become part of a world when we illustrate (or write). It IS hard to separate when the project is complete. Looks like a great read-aloud. Congrats!

David LaRochelle said...

Gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous, Lauren! I love Mem Fox, and I love your work, so this is a particularly exciting combination. I have great nieces that are the perfect age for this book (one of them is currently enjoying THE PRINCESS AND HER PANTHER as a favorite read aloud) and I look forward to giving it as a gift.

Isn't that a nice feeling to be satisfied with a finished book? I'm glad this book is making you so happy!

Library Jewel said...

It is a beautiful cover, Lauren! I cannot wait to hold a copy in my hands, created by two people I adore. You have been in my thoughts often on these extra cold, warm days :)

Edie Hemingway said...

Oh, Lauren, I know this is going to be a winner, and I can't wait to see the finished product. Just knowing how you love it makes me love it already!

Diane Adams said...

Just beautiful Lauren. I love the little poem that will go on the flap!

Lauren said...

Thanks all for your comments-- I am excited for this book to come into the world. I wish my kids were little again!

Mark said...

Very exciting, Lauren! I agree with Christy: the colors look rich, and to me, full of texture -- and that's just on the computer screen!! I am sure the real deal with be beautiful...now we just have to wait till September!! I also agree with your comment that it's nice to have a safe/cozy place to return when adventuring on new projects.

Stephanie said...

I missed this entry until now! I love the cover, and Mem Fox is so wonderful. Congrats on a gorgeous book:)