(Illustrator Bong Redila…
…Hard At Work…
…On The Cover Of The Peddler’s Bed)
I’m so excited to share the “unofficial” cover of The Peddler’s Bed with my blog fans, Twitter followers, and Facebook friends! It is unofficial because changes are still possible, but publisher Ripple Grove Press was super kind to permit me to post it now. And how could I pass up the opportunity to share something so beautiful! Illustrator Bong Redila is fantastic and has a style all his own! I’m extremely pleased to have my name on a book cover next to his.
Title: The Peddler’s Bed
Author: Lauri Fortino
Illustrator: Bong Redila
Publisher: Ripple Grove Press
Genre: Fictional Picture Book
Release Date: Fall 2015
See what happens when a peddler tries to sell a fine, handcrafted bed to a poor man who has no bed at all.
Lauri Fortino's Frog On A (B)Log 
Woo-hoo! Lauri it’s wonderful! Wow! Congratulations! 🙂
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Thanks, Robin! I was a little hesitant to post it yet, since the release date is so far away, but I just had to share it!
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As you know, I recently had that “itch” too! Congrats again! 🙂
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Yes, awesome cover for The Case of the Missing Carrot Cake, and if memory serves you have a picture book coming out next fall as well! Can’t wait to see that cover too!
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Thanks, Lauri! Good memory! 🙂 Hildie Bitterpickles Needs Her Sleep is coming out in the fall. I also can’t wait to see the cover! 2015 is going to be a very exciting year!
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What a beautiful cover, and intriguing story idea! I also love that they gave you photos of the illustrations in progress.
This has been such an exciting year for you. Ripple Grove, MeeGenius–is there a novel out there, too? I’m trying to remember and will have to explore your website after church. Congratulations again on everything!
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Thanks so much, Sonja! I’m super excited about this cover and can’t wait to see the rest of the illustrations. But I do have to wait since the release is not until next fall. I’m also looking forward to seeing The Dinosaur Tag Survival Guide completed, as I’m sure you’re eagerly awaiting your MeeGenius book too. No novel; right now I’m sticking to picture books. Thanks for commenting!
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Oh, and Lauri, thank you for reading and liking my blog post today!
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You’re welcome! Your blog is very inspirational; I enjoy it very much!
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