E is for Editing. There are different types of editing and it goes way beyond correct capital letters and punctuation marks. Some additional types of editing include: * developmental editing *line editing*proofreading *copy editing *content editing In 2020, my covid silver lining was walking away from the classroom and it allowed me to focus onContinue reading “E is for Editing”
Author Archives: Christina Dankert
D is for Determination
D is for Determination. I’d love to say that determination is the thing that will make or break a writing journey…but it’s not. It is definitely part, but there are plenty of determined writers, with incredible stories, waiting to be published. The determination itself isn’t enough. With that being said, plenty of people say, “OneContinue reading “D is for Determination”
C is for Canva
C is for Canva. Canva is an online, templated design tool that I used for the past year during my launch and marketing of The Kindness Machine. Using Canva, I have been able to create worksheets, social media graphics, business cards, bookmarks and more. To anyone who struggles with marketing or design layout, I highlyContinue reading “C is for Canva”
B is for Beta Readers
B is for Beta Readers. A beta reader is someone who readers your work before it is published and gives you honest feedback. No one likes to be critiqued, however, it is absolutely necessary while on the author journey. I believe there is a secret. In my opinion, your beta readers need to be peopleContinue reading “B is for Beta Readers”
A is for Author Journey
A is for Author Journey. Over 15 years ago while still in college, preparing to be an elementary teacher, I knew I wanted to write a picture book. Wanting to write and actually writing a book are two totally different things. What is a dream you have? What is something you hope to make happen?Continue reading “A is for Author Journey”
A to Z Blog Challenge 2023
It’s that time of year again where bloggers all over push themselves to write as they work through the alphabet. This will be my second year participating in the April A to Z Blog Challenge! The theme of this challenge for 2023 is Resilience. What a perfect word when I think of what being anContinue reading “A to Z Blog Challenge 2023”
The Kindness Machine Turns One!
The Kindness Machine officially turns one today! It is wild to think that it has been out into the world for an entire year and I am so grateful to each and every reader and supporter. From the bottom of my heart, thank you so much. My favorite moments over the past year: 1. ReadingContinue reading “The Kindness Machine Turns One!”
Book Birthday Giveaway
On March 22, 2023, The Kindness Machine will officially turn one! Help me celebrate with this Instagram Giveaway, filled with kindness goodies. Check out all the amazing items included below. Giveaway Includes:A signed copy of The Kindness Machine by author and illustrator Kindness card by PadgettcovidartBe Kind bracelet set by happy.by.usKindness colored pencils CrayolaKind Lips Kind LipsKindness is aContinue reading “Book Birthday Giveaway”
Random Acts of Kindness Day 2023
When I first began this writing journey with The Kindness Machine, I envisioned a kindness ripple. That sounds nice, right? One kind action triggers another kind action like the ripple of a stone tossed in a pond. However, almost a year later since the book has been released, one of the reoccurring comments from readersContinue reading “Random Acts of Kindness Day 2023”
Cardinal Rule Press Brand Ambassador!
Cardinal Rule Press (CRP) is a traditional publisher based in Michigan whose mission statement is: Through commitment to families and children, we lead the way in providing messages that empower schools, families and communities by providing inspirational children’s books, programs and events around those books. I am absolutely thrilled to announce that I have beenContinue reading “Cardinal Rule Press Brand Ambassador!”
Christina Dankert 