April Hilland, Author, Educator, Librarian
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Vancouver Island BookFest!
I'm Going to BookFest! 🎉📚 I'm thrilled to share that I’ll be part of this year’s Vancouver Island's BookFest—a celebration of stories, imagination, and connection! It’s such a joy to be surrounded by incredible creators, curious readers, and the buzzing energy of...
Pickles Too is LIVE on Kickstarter – And We’re Already Almost 20% Funded!
Hello Pickles Fans I am beyond thrilled to announce that Pickles Too has officially launched on Kickstarter—and thanks to your incredible support, we’re already nearly 20% funded on our first day! Here is the link to check it out! This amazing start is all because of...
From Solo to Sibling: Helping your child navigate the journey of becoming a big sibling!
Preparing Your First Child for the Birth of Their Sibling: A Mom’s Guide When I was expecting my second daughter, I was thrilled—and nervous. It wasn’t just about preparing for the new baby, but also about making sure my older daughter felt secure, loved, and involved...
Billi, the Maker Won a Book Excellence Award!
Billi, the Maker is now an award-winning book!I am incredibly excited to announce that I have been recognized as a Book Excellence Award Winner for my book, Billi, the Maker in the Engineering Category.Out of thousands of books that were entered into the Book...
Guiding Conversations: Helping Your Child Navigate Uncomfortable Feelings in Books
Reading opens doors to new worlds, ideas, and emotions, but sometimes those emotions can be challenging or uncomfortable for our young readers. As parents and guardians, we play a crucial role in guiding our children through these moments. Here are some tips on how to...
This Book is Dangerous! Cover Reveal!!!
Words Behind Bars: Understanding the Motives for Banning Books
Books have always been powerful tools for knowledge and inspiration, but throughout history, some have faced censorship and bans. This suppression raises questions about motives and impacts on intellectual freedom. In this post, we explore why books get banned and...