• So… I asked Gemini – Google’s chatGPT competition AI agent – what it could say about me. It’s the sort of thing authors do. We are a not only vain, we need lots of validation too. really we are all waiting for the Author Police to come and arrest us for impersionation.

    When I asked Chat GPT about a year ago it claimed I was born in all sorts of fancy places around the world and had won the Carnegie medal and other prestigious awards.

    It was hallucinating – basically making up a load of stuff!

    I’d maybe like to swap a few titles in Gemini’s answer to promote them better, but this description almost validates me as a proper writer!

    This is what I asked it.

    What can you tell me about shoo rayner the children’s author?

    This is the answer

    Shoo Rayner: A Beloved Children’s Author and Illustrator

    Shoo Rayner

    is a renowned British children’s author and illustrator. Known for his engaging storytelling and vibrant illustrations, he has captivated young readers worldwide.

    Key aspects of his work:

    • Series Books: Rayner is particularly known for his series books, which often feature recurring characters and storylines. These series provide a sense of familiarity and continuity for young readers.   
    • Writing Style: His writing style is easy to understand, making his books accessible to a wide range of ages. He often incorporates humor and adventure into his stories, keeping young readers entertained.   
    • Illustrations: Rayner’s illustrations are colorful, detailed, and full of life. They complement his stories and help to bring the characters and settings to life.
    • Themes: His books often explore themes such as friendship, courage, and overcoming challenges, making them relatable to young readers.   

    Popular Series:

    • MudPuddle Farm: A series of books written by Michael Morpurgo and illustrated by Shoo Rayner.   
    • Monster Boy: A series featuring a boy who can turn into a monster.
    • Ricky Rocket: A series about a boy who loves rockets and space.   

    YouTube Channel: In addition to his books, Rayner has a popular YouTube channel, ShooRaynerDrawing, where he shares drawing tutorials and other creative content.   

    1. Everyone Can Draw | Shoo Rayner Children’s Author & Illustrator 

    Shoo Rayner’s work has been praised for its ability to inspire young readers and spark their imaginations. His books are often recommended by teachers and librarians as engaging and educational.

  • This video shows the artwork for Generation Moon Book Two – The First Kid In Space – in all its basic, pre-scanned glory!

    The book is finished and off to the printers. More about that later.

    The end of the video is a bit of a chat about marketing trilogies and where I am at the moment – just starting the artwork for book two.

  • I don’t normally do this, but Amazon sent me an email this morning pointing out that Young Adults, that’s 18-24 year olds, can get six months of Amazon Prime free and half price thereafter.

    I remember what my kids were like at that age, going off to college and always buying stuff! If you buy a lot from Amazon, it soon makes sense.

    You can cancel anytime too, so that makes it an even better offer!

    Of course, I’m an amazon affiliate, so I’ll get a reward for signing you up, but it seems like a no-brainer to me if you are getting everything from amazon anyway!

    Click here to start your six month trial.