So, I just recently found out that unicorns were mentioned in the bible… King James Version – there was the strength of the unicorn, the…
First let me apologize for not writing something sooner – I have been so busy! Between back to back school readings and library visits, to…
So an absolutely amazing letter came in the mail today. I did a reading at an elementary school in San Marcos last week and was…
A recent comment from a LinkedIn member reminded me of a story that I felt would be really great to share, especially for those authors…
What a wonderful surprise! Apparently my Mothers Day blog was nominated for the “Very Inspiring Blog Award”. This is a wonderful treat as I had…
What do you get mom on such an important day? A card? Flowers? Candy? How about a book written by you, illustrated with love and…
I have redesigned my book website: www.KathleensBooks.com I have published on Smashwords my Christian children’s story “Dandy Lion – A Legend of Love & Loss”…
Hi everyone, I just wanted to share this, I was just nominated for the Shine On Award at jemsbooks.wordpress.com Apparently I did or am doing…
Where did you get the idea for the Hamilton Troll stories? While at tradeshows, book signings and reading; I often get asked the above question.…
About a year ago, author Kathleen J. Shields approached character illustrator Leigh A. Klug about a troll.With the desire of adding a face to…
Jump ahead 11 years from the start of my publishing company and 23 years from my first book being published; I now have 36 books,…
– The more you read, The more you know. The more you know, The smarter you grow. The smarter you grow, The stronger your voice…
Someone posted a meme the other day that really resonated with me. It said: “You don’t realize how antisocial you are until there’s a pandemic…
Imagination is the mental ability to create new ideas or concepts. It is the mind’s way of creating things and situations that aren’t there. “Imagination…
When I first met Preston Mitchum, Jr. he was standing in the foyer of my grandfather’s home awaiting payment for lawn care services. My grandfather…
Do you know what to do first? Lets skip the basics – write the book – edit the book – reedit the book and jump…
New Book By Award-Winning Author, Kathleen J. Shields Curious about Dream World Defenders? Watch the book trailers below: [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wojYrHe3aoM?rel=0&w=560&h=315] [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ocgG52vSPeU?rel=0&w=560&h=315] Can’t wait to…
The other day, driving down my street, I stopped at the stop sign and caught sight of a black bag sitting on the corner. I…
One of mom’s favorite poems that I wrote for Mother’s Day has again made it’s showcase… in a most miraculous way. A few months ago…
I am so excited to announce that the third book of the Painting trilogy is now available! The Painting 3 by Kathleen J. Shields The…
What is the Troll Patrol? Hamilton Troll realizes in our next book “Hamilton Troll meets Rudy Rat” (available July 4th) that there are some children out…