Promo Postcards

I got my newest promo postcards from VistaPrint just now.

It’s a girl-themed card this time.  I used the new Girls in a Treehouse image on the color side and the one with Sarah and Katie with the bike and skateboard on the back side.  You might notice that I recolored the “No Boys Allowed” sign so that it didn’t distract from the overlaid text.  You probably didn’t notice (because it’s not important) but I moved the bird too.  The image wasn’t exactly the same dimensions as the card, so I had to cut off a little at the sides.  So, I nudged the bird over a bit so it wouldn’t be too close to the edge.  Working with digital images makes last-minute changes so much easier!

Now, I really need to get moving on my promo mailing list.  I’m in the process of transferring my notecard-based system into a computer-based one.  I have to type everything in new, which is time consuming now but should pay off later.

Anyone want one of these postcards?  Contact me with your name and address and I’ll mail you one.

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SCBWI Bookstop

The Genie LoopholeThe Genie Loophole written by Paul Maguire and illustrated by Karen B. Jones (me) is now up on the SCBWI Bookstop!  Check it out or browse other great SCBWI titles.

It’s a chapter book with one black and white image per chapter.  Go to my portfolio for a peek at the illustrations.

It’s currently available in paperback from Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and other booksellers.  It would make a great Christmas gift!

Synopsis:

It’s something that has crossed every kid’s mind…  If you were given three wishes, what would they be?  For Teddy Rogers, who one summer discovers a magic bottle on the beach and releases the genie inside, the answer is simple: Wish for a billion more wishes!

What follows is a series of unexpected situations, each crazier than the one before.  Teddy soon learns that unlimited wishes can easily spin out of control… and sometimes into dangerous territory!

Chapter 10 Illustration

Chapter 10 of The Genie Loophole by Paul Maguire.

I am particularly proud of that throne.

And the steepled fingers.  Those were harder to draw than they look.  But they had to be steepled, otherwise how would you tell that the character was evil?  😉

The Genie Loophole - Chapter 10 - Watermarked

 

Chapter 8 Illustration

Chapter 8 of The Genie Loophole by Paul Maguire.

 

The Genie Loophole - Chapter 8 - Watermarked

Chapter 6 Illustration

Chapter 6 of The Genie Loophole by Paul Maguire.

The Genie Loophole - Chapter 6 - Watermarked

 

Chapter 4 Illustration

I finished this one today.  Chapter 4 of The Genie Loophole by Paul Maguire.

The Genie Loophole - Chapter 4 - Watermarked

Updated Portfolio

I just updated my online portfolio.  Check it out!

Inktober: Owl

Owl

Inktober #11

This was a request from ladyspock7 who frequently reblogs my stuff on tumblr.  She wanted an owl.  She did not specify in what state.  I hope this works.  😉

Inktober: Cthulhu

Cthulhu
Inktober #10

This image is available at shutterstock here.

Inktober: Jack’s Smile

A Jack-o-Lantern Smile

A Jack-o-Lantern Smile

Inktober #9
I’m a little busy today, so something super simple this time.