In celebration of the final half-day Friday of the summer, I should be doing – and posting – all sorts of sunny, outdoorsy activities/videos. But the impending hurricane vibe that’s taking over New York today has got me cancelling plans and just wanting to curl up with a good book instead.
So today, if you haven’t already heard all about Lane Smith’s newest masterpiece, watch the trailer for “It’s A Book!” (and check out an interview here). I’ve been crazy excited about this title a lot longer than is appropriate for a new picture book, and it only increases my awe that Smith remains relevant, innovative and, as always, wacky over two decades of best-selling books.
Plus, as someone who has been spending more time on social media than at the painting desk, this book resonates – but in a light-hearted way. I find it especially ironic that “It’s A Book!” is being promoted virally . . . wouldn’t it be hilarious if there was an app for that?
On a further digital note: I’ve been redesigning my web content this week . . . stay tuned for the launching of AnnieBethEricsson.com awesome-ness!
Walking In Public 
ah, they were talking about this on regis and kelly this morning!
that’s so funny!! I’m curious what Regis and Kelly had to say about it… moms are getting all touchy about the fact that it ends with the phrase “It’s a book, jackass!” (as in, the character is named, “jackass”). But I think it’s hilarious…