2025 Literary Global Children's Book Award Finalist! Happy to announce that Lisbeth and the Littering Ladybugs was named a 2025 Literary Global Children's Book Award Finalist! So pleased to be included in such a wonderful collection of children's books. To see a...

2025 Story Monsters Approved Winner! Happy to announce that Lisbeth and the Littering Ladybugs has been named a 2025 Story Monster Approved Picture Book Winner! This one is especially heartfelt, as the award panel consists of children who have read and...

2025 Children's Book International Award Finalist! Happy to announce that ‘Lisbeth and the Littering Ladybugs‘ was named a finalist in the American Writing Awards 2025 Children’s Book International Award! With so many wonderful entries this year, I am so honored to be included...

An Interview with Author P.E. Shadrick I had so much fun writing Lisbeth and the Littering Ladybugs. The story is inspired by my grandmother, as well as my boundless imagination. Truth is, I love a good story and the process...

Congratulations to the Lisbeth and the Littering Ladybugs Book Launch Contest winners! Allison N. Krisin S. Terry L. Didn't win a copy of the book? Pick up your copy on Amazon.com, peshadrick.com or your favorite online retailer.

Take a sneak peak at Lisbeth's & the ladybugs' world in this fun little video! 

EVENT: Lisbeth and the Littering Ladybugs Awareness Tour The book is finally here, and we've lined up several events to celebrate.  Lisbeth and the Littering Ladybugs Awareness Tour kicks off today and is hosted by The Children’s Book Review.  It...

Lisbeth and the Littering Ladybugs is here! To celebrate, we're giving away author-signed, limited edition copies throughout the month of December.  To enter for a chance to win, please fill out the email notifications form below. We'll notify winners by email...

How a Character is Developed in Illustration One of the key elements of storytelling is character development. It's especially critical for children's books published to young readers ages 3-6. While the colorful illustrations may initially capture the eye of young...

The Magic of Immersive Reading One of my most favorite things to do is spend time with my son. He's now grown-up and headed off to college to begin his studies and prepare for a career in music. I'm excited...