Congratulations to Kelly Starling Lyons on the release of Ellen’s Broom, illustrated by Daniel Minter (G.P. Putnam’s Sons, 2012)!

Join Kelly on her blog tour, and comment on Kelly’s blog, her facebook author page, or any of her blog stops for a chance to win a lovely wedding/anniversary broom courtesy of Stuart’s Creations and a signed poster of the Ellen’s Broom cover. Deadline: the morning of Jan. 16. Eligibility: U.S.

Kelly will launch the book in-person at Quail Ridge Books & Music at 3 p.m. Jan. 15 in Raleigh, North Carolina. “Along with the program, craft and signing, a couple of young crooners from the MLK All-Children’s Choir will sing. To top it all off, we’ll have a beautiful wedding cake designed by local baker extraordinaire, Yummy to Your Tummy Desserts by Andrea.”

From Quail Ridge: “Can’t make it? To request a signed or personalized copy, call 828-1588 (locally) or 1-800-672-6789 or contact orders@quailridgebooks.com (at least 48 hours in advance for email) to check availability.”