Cover Art Revealed!

October 6, 2021 by still a dreamer

I’m excited to share with you the cover art for my forthcoming picture book, Where Do Butterflies Go at Night? This beautiful artwork by illustrator Stella Mongodi will certainly be the inspiration for readers of all ages to dive right into the rest of the book. As I begin to receive two page spreads as Stella moves along, I am not only in awe of how gorgeous this book will be (is becoming!), but also that my dream of being a published author is actually becoming a reality.

I am so grateful to my publisher, Ethicool Books, for bringing my story to light, and am so excited to promote it, learn new ways of doing so, and in working with people – Teigan at Ethicool and Stella – who genuinely care so much about a perfectly beautiful finished book.

To all my dear fellow bloggers that I usually visit, please be patient — I’ll get there. Life is calling me in many ways, but my blogging buddies are always in my heart!

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on October 6, 2021 at 12:29 pm Kitty

How beautiful, Jeanne. I’m so happy for you! Congratulations. Keep us posted and…celebrate! There’s nothing like long-held dreams coming true. Blessings and joy, K.

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- on October 6, 2021 at 12:33 pm still a dreamer
  
  Isn’t that the truth? I’ve been working towards this goal for a long time, and it still sometimes seems unreal, but it’s awfully exciting! I hope you’re well; I’ve ben under the gun work-wise with multiple projects and new people at the helm and it’s been a lot. I will come by as soon as, though. I do miss checking in on my friends. 😦
  
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on October 6, 2021 at 1:18 pm Patricia Koelmel

Jeanne, each time I see this beautiful cover, I love it more and more! Children and adults alike are in for a treat once this book is released. Congrats, my friend.

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- on October 6, 2021 at 6:54 pm still a dreamer
  
  Thanks, Pat. I’m awfully happy about it, too.
  
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on October 6, 2021 at 1:53 pm Becky Ross Michael

Love the cover, Jeanne. So exciting to see your name printed there!

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- on October 6, 2021 at 6:56 pm still a dreamer
  
  I know, right? 😀 And I like that our names are equal in weight, unlike over here where the author often takes such precedence and the illustrator, a second place. It’s a collaborative effort, at least with Ethicool, and I love that.
  
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  - on October 7, 2021 at 9:35 pm Becky Ross Michael
    
    Sounds like a great publisher!
    
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    - on October 8, 2021 at 9:34 am still a dreamer
      
      Maybe someone you’d want to look into? Do you do picture books? About the earth, the planet, making the world a better place for kids? 🙂
      
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      - on October 8, 2021 at 12:05 pm Becky Ross Michael
        
        Yes, I do have a story I’ve been working on that would fit that category!
        
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      - on October 12, 2021 at 5:03 pm still a dreamer
        
        Great! I’m sure you’ve visited their website, so you know what they’re looking for, etc. They are so lovely to work with, and they’re putting out some really nice books. Good luck, Becky. Keep me posted!
        
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      - on October 13, 2021 at 9:21 am Becky Ross Michael
        
        Thank you, Jeanne!
        
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      - on October 13, 2021 at 4:44 pm still a dreamer
        
        😀
        
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on October 7, 2021 at 9:34 am Letitgocoach

Simply beautiful Jeanne! I’m thrilled for you! ❤

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- on October 8, 2021 at 9:33 am still a dreamer
  
  Thanks, Barb. I’m glad you like it, too! 🙂
  
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on October 13, 2021 at 4:40 pm roughwighting

WOW. ABSOULTELY GORGEOUS. I’m so excited for you – and for us, your book’s readers, when it’s published. ❤

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- on October 13, 2021 at 4:45 pm still a dreamer
  
  Thanks, Pam. I will have more art to share soon. It is, indeed, very exciting!!
  
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on October 24, 2021 at 3:39 pm Lavinia Ross

The cover is beautiful, Jeanne! Congratulations on the book. Do keep us posted!

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- on October 25, 2021 at 10:01 am still a dreamer
  
  Thanks, Lavinia. Been working towards this for a long time! 🙂
  
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on October 26, 2021 at 2:10 pm Andrea Stephenson

That’s gorgeous Jeanne, such rich, beautiful colours and I can feel the softness of the feathers.

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- on October 26, 2021 at 3:00 pm still a dreamer
  
  Stella is an amazing illustrator, and I suggested her for this book, because even though I do illustrate, I know she could bring my story to life in a way I couldn’t. Thank you!! It will come out in the Spring!!
  
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