Hey guys and gals. As you can see, lately I've been slacking in the deviantArt department- but tis not in vain! I have been hard at work finishing my first children's book and also getting my website around!

First things first- the book. My first book is titled "When Life Hands You Lemons..." Here's the press release for it:



When Life Hands You Lemons...
By B.J. DeLong


Genre: Children's Books
Paperback: 62 pages




Description: Poems for the young and young at heart. A lighthearted and humorous collection of illustrated poems for all ages!


Synopsis: In the vein of Shel Silverstein poerty and Family Circus humor comes "When Life Hands You Lemons..." This collection of poems is perfect for all ages- both young and old! Witty, funny, and clever- your side is sure to hurt from laughter after reading! Outstanding black and white cartoon illustrations on every page bring the poems to life! Kids are sure to laugh but there are enough jokes for adults who remember what it was like to be a kid too! A must family read sure to be a favorite in your collection!


Book Details:
· Paperback: 62 pages
· Binding: Perfect-Bound
· Publisher: Rianason Publishing (March 2007)



So yeah, very funny stuff- fully illustrated- illustrations on every page! I made the book black and white- the illustrations are ink-lined and then shaded with pencil. It is a very innocent and intimate type of style- you guys will have to check it out and let me know how well you think it works.

Which brings us to the website.

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I will be offering a special edition of these books for a limited time on my website for $13.00. Each copy will come signed and I will also be adding a hand-drawn sketch inside the cover of each book! The $13.00 includes shipping- that's $13.00 out the door!

Also on the website I have put up an activities page that have printable coloring pages and "How TO Draw..." tuts for the kiddies. The site is very kid friendly (meaning a lot of my work will only be on deviant.) The portfolio on there reflects that!


SO PLEASE- stop by and check it out! I am really anxious to hear your feedback on it! Make sure to buy a book too (my blatant attempt for you to give me money!!! ) Thanks for all of your support!


BeeJay