I have two completed children’s picture books that I am seeking agent representation for while I continue to edit others in my arsenal.
PEAS ON EARTH, 680 Words
Six year-old Benjamin hates peas, but when he mistakes “peas” for “peace” in the lyrics of a song, he decides to give peas a chance. He brings them to his neighbors, who use the peas in surprising ways for their winter holiday celebrations. Along the way, Benjamin learns that anything can be a catalyst for peace — even a humble (albeit yucky) vegetable — and that one person, however young, can make a difference in the world.
With its offbeat humor, multi-cultural characters and timeless message, PEAS ON EARTH is OLIVE THE OTHER REINDEER meets BECAUSE OF YOU.”
FOODOO, 513 Words
Thrill-seeker Ginny McMaudy is furious when her brother Brian gets to ride the fastest roller coaster at the county fair while she’s stuck on the kiddie rides. She vows she’ll do anything to grow tall enough to ride by next summer. She tries potions and spells, headstands and splits. She even eats olives and wishes on pits. When all of her “Get Tall Quick” tricks fail, Brian suggests she try Foodoo – eating tons veggies at every meal. Ginny is sure Foodoo is a Tall Tale, but as summer approaches, she might be desperate enough to give it a try.
Excerpt:
Ginny McMaudy loved all kinds of thrills,
Like riding her bike over towering hills,
Smacking a cannonball into the pool,
Swashbuckling swords in a pirate ship duel.
Turning a cartwheel with balance and grace.
Fooling the pitcher and stealing third base.
But one thrill that Ginny still wanted to try?
An amusement park ride with a track to the sky.
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Great idea, Julie!
Hope an agent stumbles across this page and stops dead in their tracks!
Great job, Julie! You should underline FOODOO like you underlined PEAS ON EARTH.
“A Troop Is A Group Of Monkeys” is Awesome! Entertaining and educational in all the right places! *Big Smile*
“Peas on Earth”… Wonderful title! Meaningful lesson! Love it!
And, Ginny McMaudy sounds like a mother’s nightmare!
YOU are a wonderfully fun, inspiring, children’s author with a keen knack for rhyming and educating the next generation of the environmentally conscious.