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Summer of Stories

May 24, 2025 Claire Annette Noland Leave a Comment

Hello Friends,

One of my favorite things about being an author is the opportunity to share my stories with children. I have had lots of opportunities this spring for author visits both virtual and in person. I hav received sweet notes from children who tell me that they are inspired now to write their own books.

Summer is almost here and I am excited to let you you know that I have been invited to  be a featured author for the SUMMER of STORIES program. I’ll be sharing NANCY BESS HAD A DRESS and talking about how I got the inspiration for the story.

Are you a fan of faith-filled books? How about FREE activities for your kids during the summer? Then you will LOVE Summer of Stories! Sign up today and “Summer of Stories” will come right to your inbox in June and July.

Sign up here: https://summerofstories.substack.com/p/welcome-to-summer-of-stories

What? 

  • 30 Christian authors read their picture books—videos come right to your inbox when you sign up
  • Book giveaways

Who? 

  • Author Erin Greneaux invited 30 Christian picture book authors (including me!).  As Erin explains, she got the idea for “Summer of Stories” because, “As a mom, I’m always on the lookout for great Christian books for my kids. The local Christian bookstore has few options and the public library even less. I have an advantage as an author because I have many author friends who write fantastic Christian kids’ books. I wanted to help other parents find these books as well, and that’s how the idea started.”

When?

  • Weekdays from June 9 through July 25

Where? 

  • Sign up here:

https://summerofstories.substack.com/p/welcome-to-summer-of-stories

Why? 

  • Help children build a love of books and reading, the basis of all other learning
  • Help build community
  • Plus, it’s FREE! And you have a chance to win! 

How? 

To enter the giveaway:

  • Leave a comment on the post, which comes right to your inbox
  • OR reply to the email and tell Erin where you reviewed the book
  • OR who you purchased a copy for 
  • OR ask the author a question in a comment or reply to the email 

One commenter each day will win a copy! All winners are chosen on Aug. 1

Sign up here: https://summerofstories.substack.com/p/welcome-to-summer-of-stories

NOTE: All story videos disappear on August 1, so watch as many times as you want until then!

Use this QR code to subscribe now so you don’t miss a single story!

 

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