Hardware and software used in the making of this video. With vibrant illustrations by mike motz and a parent guide page included, parents now have a helpful tool to ease children s apprehensio. Try reading these childrens books with your toddler which mix humor, wit, and actual helpful information. The author showcase is a place for authors and illustrators to gain visibility for their works. My company, mike motz childrens book illustration and publishing services. I was born in a log cabin in the colorado mountains on dec. The artwork in this book by artist mike motz is uniquely attractive and original.
My superhero grandpa written by michele mcavoy illustrated by mike motz the little press 2102016 9780692628775 28 pages ages 35. It talks about how angels are all around us, to comfort us, even though we cant see them. Looking forward to bringing this spooky mg to life. Some of the published credits of mike motz include the true adventures of my friend iggy true adventures of my friend iggy, the nutty race, the little fish. Tommy otom in a tub otrouble is a childrens book that keeps one smiling from cover to cover. Mike motz illustrator of little jimmy says, same is lame. Im a childrens book illustrator and publisher thats into pretty much anything illustration, including comic books. How my family came to be daddy, papa and me npr coverage of how my family came to be daddy, papa and me by andrew r. The hardcover of the how my family came to be daddy, papa and me by andrew r. Angel on assignment an angelic tradition kindle edition.
Welcome to the little press traditional childrens book publisher welcome to the little press traditional childrens book publisher welcome to the little press traditional childrens book publisher our team. Motz has helped writers around the world fulfill their dreams of publishing their works. To date, motz has been responsible for the creating the artwork of over 300 selfpublished childrens books. Micheles books are meant to help children understand and respect their emotions. Announcing the results of the 2017 moonbeam childrens. Launched in 2007, the awards are intended to bring increased recognition to exemplary childrens books and their creators, and to celebrate childrens books and lifelong reading. Mike motz product safety officer at liebert corporation. A beautiful story of a boy and his beloved grandpa, who watches over him with super powers, even though grandpa is in heaven.
View all posts by mike motz posted on august 31, 2011, in uncategorized. Im a cartoonist illustrator and owner of a childrens book illustration services company that has created the artwork for more than 160 selfpublished childrens books. Although some parents find them distasteful, toddlers are universally delighted. Mike motz is a published author and an illustrator of childrens books.
Got featured and still has live, natural organic linksmentions in major online media outlets like,, etc. The purple frog was written by angela jeffreys, illustrated by torontobased mike motz. Join facebook to connect with mike motz and others you may know. The surprise ending shows what a childs keen imagination can do. Mike motz created some amazing illustrations for my first childrens book, amelia, the moochins and the sapphire palace, he is also very professional, polite and extremely efficient. See more ideas about illustration, childrens book illustration and illustration art. Local author gloria ponius duff gave her first reading and book signing in celebration of her debut childrens book twiggy squirrel at the demopolis public library on april 19. The book also encourages us to act as earth angels, my words not in the book by helping out others in need. Growing up in the depression, i did not have easy access to books, and as a child i struggled with. Choose from childrens book publishing packages, book illustrators, illustrations styles, free quotes, and an author referral program childrens book illustration and publishing services mike motz toggle navigation mikemotz. Michele began writing creatively as an outlet after the tragic loss of her father. Choose from childrens book publishing packages, book illustrators, illustrations styles, free quotes, and an author. Reviewer lk gardnergriffie recently came across lulu author p.
Speed caricature sketch of harry dean stanton in clip studio. Nov 12, 2016 my superhero grandpa written by michele mcavoy illustrated by mike motz the little press 2102016 9780692628775 28 pages ages 35. These little books are full of colorful characters who enjoy living on the pages. Louie the lumin and his two young friends explain some of the human bodys magnificent highlights in this seussian rhyming book. Its the first annual garden contest sponsored by the local farmers market, and lexi and jason williams are determined to win with organic vegetables grown under the supervision of their mother. Tommy otom while taking his evening bath alone in his bathroom tub is joined by various animals who decide that they would like a bath as well. To date, ive helped create hundreds childrens books. The following is just random text selected to fill out this post for the post example. Sharon grier, montessori teacher venettas debut childrens book conveys the thrill of growing.
Oct 31, 2011 by tracey j vessillo and mike motz oct 31 2011. Choose from childrens book publishing packages, book illustrators, illustrations styles, free quotes, and an author referral program childrens book illustration and publishing services mike motz. When i was a young boy, i sketched and painted pictures on scrap paper on the kitchen table, while absorbing all the wonderful characters in childrens books by. Welcome to the little press traditional children s book publisher home. Starring you by mark pichora illustrated by mike motz. I dont keep track of sales numbers for books unless an author decides to send me those numbers. About mike childrens book illustration and publishing services. Jenkins group is proud to announce the winners of the 2017 moonbeam childrens book awards. During my earliest years, until i turned nine, i lived at sacred heart orphanage and boarding school in pueblo, colorado. Click on any book title below to see two illustration samples. Portfolio childrens book illustration and publishing services mike. I cant, i wont, no way a book for children who refuse to poop tracey j. Some of the published credits of mike motz include the true.
Click on any book title below to see two illustration samples from the book. Mike motz is a childrens book illustrator and publishing professional based out of toronto, canada. Selfacceptance, diversity, rhyme as a childrens entertainer, jimmy vee has combined his love for kids and passion of childrens books in his. Its about time that a childrens book came along that represents families like mine. Facebook gives people the power to share and makes the world more open and connected. The title of this book is catch me the moon and it was written by gary hutchinson, mike motz illustrator. This is a great book that children will love and their parents will too. Through duffs storytelling and the illustrations of artist mike motz, readers see twiggy overcome bullying and low selfesteem to gain confidence and accept who he is. What is the best selling childrens book that has been illustrated by mike motz. Myself, or one of my talented fellow illustrators, look forward to creating sensational artwork for your childrens book. Speed sketch with color of donald trump agent orange.
How about bragging rights, two tickets to the fall festival, and a hundred dollars. Her childrens stories draw inspiration from this loss as well as the joys of being a mother. Mike motz childrens book illustration and publishing. My company, mike motz children s book illustration and publishing services. Childrens book the purple frog to be released in english. Books by mike motz author of little jimmy says, same is. And although its wrapped up in some big fancy phrasing, its message, quite simply, is you are amazing. Childrens book illustration and publishing services mike motz.
I cant, i wont, no way a book for children who refuse to poop. I am a believer in angels so when i came across this book i had to buy it. After a visit to mikes website, we discovered hes illustrated quite a few lulu books and a big part of his. In this children s celebration of diversity, 5foottall marketing expert vee shows children that their differences can also be their strengths. Speed caricature sketch of harry dean stanton in clip. You can view artwork and learn more about what i do by going to. In this childrens celebration of diversity, 5foottall marketing expert vee shows children that their differences can also be their strengths. An interview with mike motz, childrens book illustrator 3. Sep 17, 2017 harry dean stanton died at the ripe old age of 91. Mom s choice award children s book about angels and how they protect us today. Sep 17, 2017 my company, mike motz children s book illustration and publishing services. Mike motz childrens book publishing services illustration style. A new childrens book by a nova scotia author will be released in both english and mikmaw later this fall.
Mike motz childrens book illustration servicesred river college. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Enlisted to help establish a school garden, the kids are thrilled to be selected as green ambassadors for this very important project, but quickly learn how challenging it can be to work with others toward a common goal. Mike motz owner mike motz childrens book illustration. A new children s book by a nova scotia author will be released in both english and mikmaw later this fall. See all 3 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Choose from children s book publishing packages, book illustrators, illustrations styles, free quotes, and an author referral program children s book illustration and publishing services mike motz toggle navigation mikemotz. Written specifically for children ages 4 to 8, this brightly illustrated book candidly tackles the confusion and fear children face when a parent enters treatment. Mike motz is a published author and an illustrator of children s books. Mike motz has 129 books on goodreads with 1154 ratings. Local author signs debut childrens book at dpl the. Illustration styles childrens book illustration and publishing.
Welcome to the little press traditional children s book publisher welcome to the little press traditional children s book. Since 2003, he and his company of illustrators have created the illustrations for over childrens books, one of. How my family came to be daddy, papa and me by andrew r. Mike motz owner mike motz childrens book illustration services. Greenfurred louie addresses the reader to explain the books purpose. Welcome to the little press traditional childrens book publisher welcome to the little press traditional childrens book publisher book news. Moms choice award childrens book about angels and how they protect us today. Books by mike motz author of little jimmy says, same is lame. I cant, i wont, no way a book for children who refuse. You will find that your children will choose this book to read again and again. With vibrant illustrations by mike motz and a parent guide page included, parents now have a helpful tool to ease childrens apprehensio. This article about jimmy vee and little jimmy says, same is lame was sponsored.
Childrens book illustration and publishing services. Aug 20, 1929 jun 4, 2019 age 89 send flowers opens send flowers url in a new window. I also wish to thank the organisers of multicultural childrens book day for coordinating this wonderful event between. Michele mcavoy illustrator, mike motz illustrator, mike motz. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and. A beautiful story of a boy and his beloved grandpa, who watches over him with super powers, even though g. Childrens book the purple frog to be released in english and. Mike motz is the author of little jimmy says, same is lame 4.
Aug 31, 2011 im a childrens book illustrator who owns a childrens book illustration and publication services company. Im a cartoonist illustrator and owner of a childrens book illustration services company that has created the artwork for more than 160 selfpublished. Do you have a favorite book, or series of books that have been illustrated. Catch me the moon by gary hutchinson, mike motz 9781771801881. Whats more fun in the garden than a pile of poop and a curious bee. As a childrens entertainer, jimmy vee has combined his love for kids and passion of childrens books in his rhyming picture book by using his same is lame philosophya philosophy that is all about self. Once on a pirate ship i saw derik baltich, mike motz on. Feature announcing the results of the 2017 moonbeam childrens book awards. Mike motzs most popular book is little jimmy says, same is lame. Mike motz this book tells the story of janey, a young girl whose mother has entered a center for addiction treatment. Since 2003, he and his company of illustrators have created the illustrations for over childrens books, one of them being this wonderful book youre about to enjoy.
My child loved the fun and colorful illustrations and laughed at many of the pictures. The result is a unique balance of introspection and childhood whimsy. Mommys gone to treatment rapides parish library overdrive. Aug 09, 2017 what is the best selling childrens book that has been illustrated by mike motz. Mike motz is a childrens book illustrator who runs a successful illustration services company that services selfpublishing childrens book authors. Cowans storefront and instantly fell in love with her childrens book collection and each books amazing illustrations which were provided by artist mike motz.
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