Sunday, December 19, 2010

My Book Cover!

I'm very excited to show you the cover of my book that will be published by Shambhala Publications / Trumpeter Books next fall (2011). I'll let you all know when it's available for pre-order. I've seen some of the layout for inside the book, too. The design team at Trumpeter Books did an amazing job!


"Made to Play" has 35 craft and toy projects that promote imaginative and creative play. I hope you all will like it! (The book will be available worldwide, distributed by Random House.)

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44 comments:

  1. = lingonsmakDecember 19, 2010 at 9:11 PM

    looks great and makes curious :)

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  2. Erica @ Acire AdventuresDecember 19, 2010 at 9:25 PM

    This looks great! Can't wait to hear more.

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  3. DeborahDecember 19, 2010 at 10:52 PM

    I am so excited for you! I can't wait to see the final results!

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  4. I Live in an AntbedDecember 19, 2010 at 10:54 PM

    It's perfect!

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  5. naamaDecember 19, 2010 at 10:59 PM

    Can't wait to order a copy. your blog is amazing.

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  6. GolubkaDecember 19, 2010 at 11:10 PM

    Looks great, congrats! Can't wait to flip through it :)

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  7. AnonymousDecember 19, 2010 at 11:19 PM

    so adorable!
    yeah!

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  8. La ChiliDecember 19, 2010 at 11:20 PM

    Love it!

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  9. se7enDecember 19, 2010 at 11:45 PM

    Totally, wonderfully, awesomely cool!!! You must me so excited!!!

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  10. zazzDecember 19, 2010 at 11:51 PM

    Cogratzz, hope you also ship to holland!!

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  11. UnknownDecember 20, 2010 at 12:20 AM

    congratulations, how cool must it be to see a book with your own name on it!

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  12. pegludDecember 20, 2010 at 12:21 AM

    Perfect use for empty TP rolls. I save all of mine for projects with my grandchildren. That might be a fun post - how many different ways to use empty paper towel/TP rolls.

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  13. Los viajes de LucasDecember 20, 2010 at 2:03 AM

    I love your blog!!! i´m making rigth now your fabric dolls for my nephews. I will show you when i finish them
    I can´t wait for the book!!!!

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  14. CrisCamarenaDecember 20, 2010 at 3:05 AM

    So nice, and so "you".

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  15. isa-monblogdemamanDecember 20, 2010 at 3:07 AM

    Congrats i hope that your book will be translate into french soon !!!!

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  16. AnonymousDecember 20, 2010 at 5:14 AM

    Joel, i too am an author of children's books(posted on my blog)
    and the thrill of having a book published is, is.....
    A THRILL!
    Cheers to you! I can hardly wait and have
    homes for at least 3 of your books already.
    Cheers to your mom, too..........!

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  17. origanimalDecember 20, 2010 at 5:44 AM

    wow!!!
    I hope will be available por international shipping :D

    congratulations!!!

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  18. Vanessa at Rescued GoodsDecember 20, 2010 at 5:45 AM

    Congratulations!! Can't wait to check it out!

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  19. AlisonswhimDecember 20, 2010 at 6:10 AM

    Great job! So happy for you, you deserve it. Your blog is great!

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  20. OrangeFarmhouse / www.moodkids.nlDecember 20, 2010 at 7:34 AM

    wow, love it, just the way this blog is! great!!

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  21. Ren- Lady Of The ArtsDecember 20, 2010 at 11:18 AM

    So cute- Mazel Tov

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  22. Two Thirds SkyDecember 20, 2010 at 12:06 PM

    Congratulations Joel, the cover looks wonderful. It's lovely to see all that hard work come to fruition isn't it?
    Happy Holidays to you and your family, thank you so much for being so generous with sharing your ideas.

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  23. LorDecember 20, 2010 at 1:32 PM

    Very tempting! Looking forward to it!

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  24. Joel HenriquesDecember 20, 2010 at 2:32 PM

    Thanks everybody! I'm really excited about it! There are many projects that I can't wait for people to see. I think it's going to be really fun.

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  25. JanaDecember 20, 2010 at 5:00 PM

    I's perfect!
    Jana

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  26. MaxDecember 20, 2010 at 6:43 PM

    Big congratulations!!Love the work you do,your generosity sharing all your wonderful ideas and especially love your connection with your children,what a gift!!

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  27. alexkellerDecember 20, 2010 at 7:27 PM

    this is wonderful news! congrats :)

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  28. Liz StanleyDecember 20, 2010 at 8:39 PM

    how exciting, conGRATS!

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  29. Katie ParkerDecember 21, 2010 at 2:38 AM

    Wow, it looks good, will definitely be ordering a copy (will it be available in the UK?)

    I wish you and you family a very happy Christmas and thank you for the inspiration this year, I have really enjoyed reading your blog.

    Katie

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  30. Los viajes de LucasDecember 21, 2010 at 7:05 AM

    Hi again, yesterday i told you i was doing at that moment the fabric nesting dolls!!!! and here i send you the link where you can see them.
    Thanks again, you inspire us!!!!
    http://elviajedelucas.blogspot.com/2010/12/diy-la-familia-convertida-en-manoplas.html

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  31. Pancakes For RecessDecember 21, 2010 at 10:27 AM

    How wonderful. Congratulations, Joel! Been tracking your work for a while now - it's definitely well-deserved:)

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  32. JingerDecember 21, 2010 at 11:58 AM

    Congratulations...you are amazingly creative and inspirational to me!

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  33. Gabi from FranceDecember 22, 2010 at 2:20 AM

    Congrats ! I'll sure buy your book !

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  34. Steph at ModernParentsMessyKids.comDecember 22, 2010 at 11:13 PM

    Congrats! Your book will surely be one to be treasured by many families for many years.

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  35. Alissa KingDecember 23, 2010 at 9:46 PM

    whew! you just took care of all my christmas shopping for next year! yay, joel!

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  36. krisstlDecember 24, 2010 at 8:15 AM

    Congrats ! a very nice present for Xmas ;o)
    Merry Christmas to you.

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  37. HollyDecember 24, 2010 at 7:26 PM

    I am so eager to add this to my collection of craft books and crack it open with my son. and the cover is perfect.

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  38. PiaDecember 26, 2010 at 1:03 PM

    I'm soooooo looking forward for this book to come out.
    Thank you for sharing your crafty wonders!

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  39. Gypsy SparrowDecember 26, 2010 at 3:08 PM

    I can't wait! Is it going to be in mainstream bookstores like Barnes and Noble?

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  40. Joel HenriquesDecember 26, 2010 at 3:12 PM

    Thanks everyone!

    Sparrow's Nest - Yes!

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  41. SaRaHJanuary 1, 2011 at 4:16 AM

    Congratulations and Happy New Year!

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  42. kristinJanuary 14, 2011 at 5:01 PM

    perfect!! looking forward to getting a copy. happy new year to you + your family!

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  43. JennyJanuary 16, 2011 at 9:19 PM

    Can't wait till it's published Joel! The book will be a wonderful celebration of all your great work.

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  44. 2108February 2, 2011 at 12:46 AM

    Me like it a lot ;-)

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