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Strategies for a Successful Book Launch
I am absolutely ecstatic to announce that my SECOND children’s book, The Little Fairy Finds Her Glow, will be published on April 6th!!! The book is about a fairy who discovers the power of love and kindness through an exciting adventure. I cannot wait to share it!
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My Journey to Writing Children’s Books: From Nerve-Wrecking Fear to Overwhelming Love
The first time I met my daughter, I was crushed by fear and love. As she squealed and wailed in my arms, I had no idea how the desire to raise her as a loving and compassionate adult would influence my creative practice.
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Valuable Resources for Aspiring Authors and Illustrators
In this blog post, I’m going to share a list of the most valuable resources I have come across in my publishing journey. I’m dividing this list into 3 sections: Writing and Illustration, Publishing, and Marketing and Promotion to make it easy for you to find the information you need.
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Children’s Books Review: My Top 10 Picks for Young Readers and Their Parents
I have been reading to my daughter since the day she was born. Or maybe the day after that. I think I was a bit out of it on the first day. So, we have gone through quite a lot of books together.
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Unlock Your Creativity: A Simple 3-Step Guide to Writing Children’s Books
Every time I conduct a writing workshop, I have participants who do not believe they can write stories anyone will want to read. This is not because of any language barriers. It’s because they don’t believe they have anything interesting to say. I’m not trying to show off (maybe a little) but I always prove…
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Tap Into Your Creative Potential: What Chat GPT and Dall-E Mean for Writers and Artists
I had spent a whole day drawing, writing, marketing, and all the other fun stuff artists do. I was feeling fulfilled but also exhausted. All of my creative energy was fully drained by the end of the day. On our way home, my husband, who is a computer engineer, very excitedly told me about ChatGPT…
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First-Time Book Illustrators: Top Mistakes to Avoid and Essential Tips for Success
Hi there! A few illustrators recently reached out to me asking questions about self-publishing. I’m no expert here, but I have learned so much from the million mistakes I made. In this post, I’ll share some tips for illustrators who are new to self-publishing and digital illustrations. Read on for some key insights and advice.
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6 Do’s and Dont’s of Being a Successful Artist
Every time I lead a workshop, I get the “but I’m not an artist” comment from at least one student. My response is always the same: we’re all born artists.
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Maternity
2019 Dimensions: 4″ x 4″ Markers on Watercolour Paper
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Flemo City Media Mural
2016 Dimensions 4′ x 6′ Ink on Canvas Collaborative Project Lead Artist: Tasneem Dairywala Youth Artists: Hosna Sahak, Lina Hamid and Caroline Zhaksylyk Sponsered by the City of Toronto and Cultural Hotspot In partnership with Thorncliffe Neighbourhood Office
Tasneem Dairywala 