Author Archives: Diane Tulloch

About Diane Tulloch

Known also as the Patientdreamer I am a writer who loves to dream, and is passionate about writing stories for the young so that they may join me in the wonders of adventure in countries and cultures afar, and in special moments to remember.

“Perfect Perfect Picture Book” Friday

Posted on 10/04/2022 by Diane Tulloch

Yay I’m back again reviewing more beautiful Picture Books. Sorry I haven’t been here for awhile but you know how it is with family, and with summer in our part of the world the outside beckons and so the laptop … Continue reading →

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“Perfect Picture Book” Friday

Posted on 02/10/2021 by Diane Tulloch

A Plan for the People: Nelson Mandela’s Hope for His Nation Written by:  Lindsey McDivitt Illustrated by:   Charly Palmer  Ages :   7 years and over. Publisher:  :   Eerdmans Books for Young Readers (March 30, 2021) Theme:  racism, hope, kindness Opening … Continue reading →

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“Perfect Picture Book” Friday

Posted on 29/05/2021 by Diane Tulloch

Bigger than a Dream Written by:  Jef Aerts Illustrated by:  Marit Tornqvist Originally Published by:  Levine  Querido, Books Netherlands 2013  Translated by David Colmer and published in November 2020 by First Printing. Ages:    4 – 8 years Theme: Life, death, … Continue reading →

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“Perfect Picture Book” Friday

Posted on 15/05/2021 by Diane Tulloch

A FLOOD OF KINDNESS I’m sitting wrapped warm, fluffy woolly socks on my feet on a cool autumn evening and this beautiful book on my lap, having arrived in the post, listening to the hum of soft rain outside and … Continue reading →

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“Perfect Picture Book” Friday

Posted on 25/04/2021 by Diane Tulloch

Leyla Written and Illustrated by:  Galia Bernstein Published by:   Abrams Books for Young Readers New York 2019 Ages:    4 – 9 years Theme: exploration, family and individuality. Opening Lines:   Leyla has a mother and a father… and nine aunts and … Continue reading →

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“Perfect Picture Book” Friday

Posted on 20/03/2021 by Diane Tulloch

Nara and the Island Written and Illustrated by:  Dan Ungureanu Published by:   Andersen Press, UK & USA  2016 Ages:    4 – 9 years Theme: exploration, bravery, making new friends            Opening Lines:   My home is so small, you can’t lose … Continue reading →

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“Perfect Picture Book” Friday

Posted on 26/02/2021 by Diane Tulloch

TWO BEARS  – An Epic journey of Hope Written by:  Patricia Hegarty Illustrated by:  Rotem Teplow Published by:   Caterpillar Books – Imprint of the Little Tiger Group, UK 2020 Ages:    3-6 years Theme: Hope, journey,                                                     Opening Lines:   This is … Continue reading →

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“Perfect Picture Book” Friday

Posted on 06/02/2021 by Diane Tulloch

STAND UP! SPEAK UP! Written and Illustrated by:  Andrew Joyner Published by:   Schwartz Wade Books, New York  6th October 2020 Ages:    4 – 8 years Theme:   Empowerment, Community, Hope            Opening Lines:   Wake up.  Dress up. Drink up. Eat up. Meet … Continue reading →

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“Perfect Picture Book” Friday

Posted on 30/01/2021 by Diane Tulloch

The Little Piece of Red Wool Written by:  Anne-Gaelle Balpe Illustrated by:   Eve Tharlet Published by:    Minedition 2014  Michael Neugebauer Publishing Ltd Ages:    3 – 6 years Theme:   sharing, helping others, flow-on Opening Lines:   Oli had decided to go for … Continue reading →

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For Writers, Time IS on Your Side

Posted on 28/01/2021 by Diane Tulloch

I love introducing books especially those of writing friends and critique buddies like Carrie Finison’s “Don’t Hug Doug.” Introducing her book, Carrie touches on that very important element in our writing journey that we as writers need to be aware … Continue reading →

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