The Blog
Summer Bookstore Tour: The Twig Bookshop in San Antonio, TX
During the summer of 2020, our publishing company hosted an interview series with popular bookstores and libraries across the country. Our founder, Maria Dismondy, hosted the interviews. We got to take an inside look into these creative spaces that house our favorite...
Real Life Author Advice On Manuscript Submissions
At Cardinal Rule Press, we are lucky to work with amazing and talented authors. Not only are they talented - they’re EXPERIENCED! These are folks who have been through the submissions process, hustled, researched, worked, and come out on the other side with a...
Summer Bookstore Tour: Warwick’s in La Jolla, CA
During the summer of 2020, our publishing company hosted an interview series with popular bookstores and libraries across the country. Our founder, Maria Dismondy, hosted the interviews. We got to take an inside look into these creative spaces that house our favorite...
Looking for Authors: Realistic Fiction Picture Books
Cardinal Rule Press produces high-quality children’s literature that empowers children through timeless messages of hope, courage and the Golden Rule. We are a traditional publishing company located in southeast Michigan that produces a select number of books each...
Business Book Review-The Paper Solution
Each month, founder of Cardinal Rule Press, Maria Dismondy, will be reviewing business books she is currently reading. Along with a brief review, she is sharing some of her favorite quotes from the book. The Paper Solution: What to Shred, What to Save, and How to Stop...
Creating the Ultimate Children’s Virtual Book Club!
If there is one thing we ALL love... it’s connecting through books. As booksellers and librarians, it’s those connections that feed us. Due to the pandemic, many of us have been left feeling disconnected, and missing those little reader’s faces and conversations...
{Win FREE Books} Virtual Book Tour: Raja’s Pet Camel
It’s here! It’s here! Raja’s Pet Camel by Anita Amin is in the world and available for purchase! If you would like a chance to win a free book, follow along on Instagram with the Virtual Book Tour as educators across the nation share their reviews of the book and...
Learn from the Experts: Literary Agent Interview Series
As a way to support our community of writers and to collaborate with others in the industry, we are hosting a virtual interview series this fall. Join us on zoom or Facebook live each Wednesday at 1pm EST for interviews with literary agents. This is a great way to...
Get Cool Stuff: Raja’s Pet Camel Pre Order Campaign
As we approach the launch date of one of our new picture books, Raja’s Pet Camel by Anita Amin, we are celebrating with a preorder campaign. This means that for every book ordered BEFORE October 1st, we will gift a package of goodies (while supplies last!) Show your...
Business Book Review-Becoming Better Grownups
Each month, founder of Cardinal Rule Press, Maria Dismondy, will be reviewing business books she is currently reading. Along with a brief review, she is sharing some of her favorite quotes from the book. Becoming Better Grownups Book Description: When his first book...
Business Book Review-Boundaries
Each month, founder of Cardinal Rule Press, Maria Dismondy, will be reviewing business books she is currently reading. Along with a brief review, she is sharing some of her favorite quotes from the book. Boundaries Summary: Does your life feel like it's out of...
A Back To School Curated Book List Made Just for You!
Just in time for Back to School, we’ve got a very special CARDINAL RULE PRESS CURATED BOOK LIST of some of our very favorite books! Check out our DIVERSE collection below and don’t forget to get your orders in this week for a great start to the SCHOOL YEAR!...
Black Owned Bookstores & Publishers
We are working on making connections over here with Black owned bookstores and publishing companies as well. During the Summer Interview Series, I met SHIONKA MCGLORY who owns Mocha Books, an online bookstore that will be going mobile soon! Someone on Instagram...
Summer Library Tour: Springville Public Library
During the summer of 2020, our publishing company hosted an interview series with popular bookstores and libraries across the country. Our founder, Maria Dismondy, hosted the interviews. We got to take an inside look into these creative spaces that house our favorite...
Summer Library Tour: Lancaster Library
During the summer of 2020, our publishing company hosted an interview series with popular bookstores and libraries across the country. Our founder, Maria Dismondy, hosted the interviews. We got to take an inside look into these creative spaces that house our favorite...
What We Learned At The Summer Library & Bookstore Tour!
We sure had a BLAST this summer with our VIRTUAL SUMMER BOOKSTORE AND LIBRARY TOURS! We hope you were able to catch some of them on our Facebook Live’s but if not, fear not! We’ve gathered some of our favorite BEST PRACTICES from our tours to bring you their...
Children’s Books About The Value Of Service Work
From food drives to picking up litter at the park, there are plenty of ways to involve young children in service work. These ten books further children’s understanding of the value inherent in helping others, collaborating in community, and contributing to society. 1....
Summer Library Tour: Los Angeles Public Library in Studio City
During the summer of 2020, our publishing company hosted an interview series with popular bookstores and libraries across the country. Our founder, Maria Dismondy, hosted the interviews. We got to take an inside look into these creative spaces that house our favorite...
Children’s Books On Manners
Manners is one facet of social intelligence, which supports positive interpersonal and professional outcomes throughout life. While we’re never too old to improve upon our manners, it’s better for everyone involved to start early. Here are ten of our favorite books on...
Children’s Books About Kindness
Always telling your kids to “be kind,” but not sure how to help them understand what it means or how to put it into action? These ten books explore the concept of kindness with courage and warmth. 1. THE POTATO CHIP CHAMPBy Maria DismondyAmazon I BookShopChamp...
Business Book Review-Time And How To Spend It
Each month, founder of Cardinal Rule Press, Maria Dismondy, will be reviewing business books she is currently reading. Along with a brief review, she is sharing some of her favorite quotes from the book. Time And How To Spend It Summary: We’ve learned how to spot the...
Insider Scoop: What Your Followers Really Want To See On Social Media
“Work Smarter, Not Harder.” ~ Carl Banks Happy July, friends! We know you’re a bunch of marketing rockstars, so you’re already posting on social media each week. You’re working hard to engage your customers and patrons with great information every time you post, and...
Children’s Books To Raise Problem-Solvers
Whether in the classroom, on the sports field, or at home, problem-solving helps kids thrive. These ten children’s books promote everyday problem-solving and resiliency, whether the issue be a missing toy or a struggling friendship. 1. STUCKBy Oliver JeffersAmazon...
The Launch of Sunny Side Upbringing
It took a year to write and edit this book. Months working with photographer Sarah Luczak on multiple photoshoots for the book Sunny Side Upbringing. It was a labor of love. A parenting book that teaches positive character traits. A parenting book that is about REAL...
Books About Friendship
Understanding what a good friend is and how to be one is invaluable for children’s social wellbeing. These ten fun books demonstrate how to grow a caring, generous, and empathetic friendship. 1. STICK AND STONEBy Beth Ferry and Tom LichtenheldAmazon I ...
Evie’s Field Day Book Release
Evies Field Day Book Release July In May 2020, we released a new book into the world by Claire Annette Noland and illustrated by Alicia Teba. The book is called Evie's Field Day: More Than One Way to Win. This was a very special book release because took place in the...
PRIDE Books for Families
Cardinal Rule Press is celebrating Pride month with a book line-up that promotes self-expression, diversity, and inclusion among young readers. Read on to explore our favorites, including the Cardinal Rule Press 2019 release DAZZLING TRAVIS. DAZZLING TRAVIS: A STORY...
The Release of Cookie & Milk
In October 2019, Cardinal Rule Press released the book Cookie & Milk. The book was written by Michele McAvoy and illustrated by Jessica Gibson. Michele toured New Jersey in the fall of 2019 for the official launch of the book. Teachers and families worldwide have...
Picture Books Set in India
Over the last several months I have been checking out books set in India from our local library. It is important remember that we can open our children’s eyes to the world beyond their homes by simply reading a picture book. Diverse picture books allow children...
Business Book Review-You Are A Badass At Making Money
Each month, founder of Cardinal Rule Press, Maria Dismondy, will be reviewing business books she is currently reading. Along with a brief review, she is sharing some of her favorite quotes from the book. You Are a Badass at Making Money: Master the Mindset of Wealth...
