Interviews and Publicity
View a clip from Tim’s recent appearance on NBC speaking about healthy childhood development and getting kids outdoors.
An interview on CAN TV with Host Frank Avila and Children's Book Author Tim Magner discussing helping kids "grow green minds" and children's education.
More Media Clips with Green Sugar Press
"Winter Weather Got You Down?...," by Green Sugar Press publisher and author Tim Magner for A Fresh Squeeze, a Chicago lifestyle blog.
Listen to Green Sugar Press on WGN Radio (podcast) with Rick Kogan.Green Sugar Press founder, Tim Magner, speaks with Frank Avila, Chicago Metropolitan Water Commissioner on CAN TV. Watch the interview »
Listen to Green Sugar Press on WCPT with Mike Nowak, November 29, 2009.
Listen to the Green Sugar Press "Green Kids" interview on The Mix, 101.9http://tinyurl.com/ydxmu59
A recent radio interview on Co-creator Network, "It's Easy Being Green" with Cathy Ingham.
Green Sugar Press is now a featured listing on the Midwest Book Review.
"Author, publisher wants kids to love Earth first, " By David Jakubiak, Pioneer Press, Evanston. Contributing author interviews author, publisher and environmental educator Tim Magner on the release of "Earl the Earthworm Digs for his Life".
"Natural storytelling, Chicago’s newest small press encourages kids to get their hands dirty, " By Jonathan Messinger, TimeOut Chicago.
An Environmental Guide from A to Z, named Book of the Month for March 2009 by the Roots and Shoots Book Club!
Press Releases
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Growing Green Minds with Green Sugar Press: With three titles to engage, entertain and enlighten children with the wonders of nature, Green Sugar Press aims to leave no child inside and inspire a generation to get hooked on nature.
N is for Nature: An Environmental Alphabet Book, From buzzing bees and gorgeous gorillas, to lovely leafs and wiggling worms, N is for Nature excites the eye and inspires the imagination. With simple prose and creative images shaped to form each letter, early readers discover the magic of the alphabet. 32 pages, trade hardcover, ISBN 978-0-9820417-4-1, $15.95, 10.75" x 8.75" ages 3-8
Earl the Earthworm Digs for His Life, The story about the coming-of-age of a simple earthworm captures the attention of the youngest reader and won't let go. From his first wiggle, Earl takes us deep into his world, and together we explore his surroundings and learn about his connections to nature. Packed with colorful illustrations of bees, ants, grasses and trees, the journey of Earl the Earthworm is as engaging as it is inspiring. To top it off, amazing footnote facts make this instant classic extra entertaining. 32 pages, trade hardcover, ISBN 978-0-9820417-5-8, $15.95, 10.25" x 9.25", ages 5-9
An Environmental Guide from A to Z, By examining the elements, habitats and cycles in nature, An Environmental Guide introduces basic environmental science. Like the letters of the alphabet connect to build words and stories, the countless pieces and parts of nature weave, connect and link everything together. With a compelling narrative and unforgettable images An Environmental Guide brings an awareness of how the world works and encourages kids to explore and connect with nature nearby. 48 pages, trade hardcover, ISBN 978-0-9820417-6-5, $19.95, 8.75" x 11.25", ages 8-13
Media: Author Tim Magner, native Chicagoan and environmental educator who reads, rides his bike and gardens, is available for interviews. Published by Green Sugar Press, Release Date: Earth Day, April 22, 2009 & Avail Now. Special features: downloadable parent and teacher guides and contributions by The Peggy Notebaert Nature Musuem. Available through A.P.G. (distributor) or Baker & Taylor.
Contact: Cammy Hines at cammy@greensugarpress.com, p.847-977-2723, f.866-270-4100 or media@greensugarpress.com
Download Press Releases:
N is for Nature: An Environmental Alphabet Book, PDF download
An Environmental Guide From A to Z, PDF download
Earl the Earthworm Digs for His Life, PDF download
All Three Titles, PDF download
Green Sugar Press books are available online, at independent bookstores, school libraries and public libraries. For more information, contact Cammy Hines at 847-977-2723 or cammy@greensugarpress.com.
