Author Archives: Elina

Happy Pig Day!

Posted on March 16, 2012 by Elina

It’s Happy Pig Day at Tattletales! Our favorite Mo Willems characters were met by enthusiastic toddlers at the independent children’s Bookstore in Dartmouth Nova Scotia. There was Pig Food (chocolate chip cookies) activities and stories to be read. Piggie was … Continue reading →

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Laughing Elephant now sold here!

Posted on February 29, 2012 by Elina

Laughing Elephant gift & stationery items are now available through Ingram Publisher Services! Their products feature classic illustrations from sources such as antique postcards, late 19th and early 20th century children’s books and vintage advertising. These images feature in gorgeous … Continue reading →

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In Praise of Bookstores

Posted on February 9, 2012 by Elina

As a teenager I used to love going to my local bookshop, grabbing a coffee and getting lost in the aisles. When it was time to go, I would always have a stack of books to narrow down to make … Continue reading →

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James Patterson’s Private Series is Infectious!

Posted on February 2, 2012 by Elina

Having James Patterson‘s name on a book cover is enough to intrigue some readers to pick it up. For those of you who don’t fit into this fan-base, and don’t know where to start in the multitude of books available from … Continue reading →

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Chico & Rita Gets an Oscar Nom!

Posted on January 24, 2012 by Elina

After getting positive reviews all over Europe and North America, the movie Chico & Rita has been nominated for an Oscar for Best Animated Feature! You can view a full list of nominees here. Many movies on the nominee list have … Continue reading →

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