march 2021 updates!!

the best way to get all the updates (etsy bonuses, event reminders, giveaways, & more!) is to get on my monthly colourful email. you can subscribe right here and get fun things like the books i loved that month and more right in your inbox. :)

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indie bookstores rule!!

you probably know i love the books. and in this season of lockdown uncertainty, small businesses need our support more than ever. the best news? even if you can't get to a local indie,bookshop.orglet's you shop online AND support the stores bringing essential reads to the community!

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every monday morning on instagram, i share a weekly reading book review-- and the best of the best end up on my very own bookshop.org page! so you can shop my favorite reads any time-- and support local bookstores while you're at it!

check out my book recs + support local bookstores!!

patreon going strong!!

this month on patreon, i've shared february's alternate cover art, and founding members are getting their welcome postcards and stickers in the mail this week!
have you checked out the benefits and perks that are right for you?
i'd love to invite you in to my studio for my book journey!! :D

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real art!  in person!

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april 16, 17, & 18 i'll be at 4 bridges art festival in chattanooga, tn! safety precautions are in place, but it'll be good to talk to you about my work-- even if through a mask! ;D it'll be the first time my phantom of the opera, the last unicorn, and my romeo and juliet pieces will be out in public, and i'm so excited for everyone to see them!! hope you SEE you there as well!

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shop my etsy shoppe if you can't make it! :D

it's march meet the maker!

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over on instagram this month, makers around the world are sharing their process and a bit more about their work and how it's made. i'm pigtail-deep in revisions on my first children's novel and loving every minute. AND for even more book news and illustration portfolio work and bonuses, join me on the halthegal patreon!

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until next month, enjoy the approaching sunshine, and let me know how you're doing and what you'd like to hear more about next time! :D
with peace, love, and many colorful reads to you,
*hallie :)

as always:

hallie bertling