Meet Liza Uddin, Inkandescent Kids Book Fair Attending Author!
Welcome Liza Uddin, a children’s book author and illustrator who will be exhibiting at our Inkandescent Kids Book Fair on August 8!
Inkandescent Kids: Tell Inkandescent Kids about Time to Sleep, Little Sheep!
Liza Uddin: Perfect for young children, this heartwarming story follows a whimsical adventure, full of imagination and gentle life lessons that lull little ones into a peaceful night’s sleep.
With charming characters and vivid storytelling, this bedtime story takes young readers on a journey through dreamy landscapes and soothing moments, encouraging positivity, courage, and kindness. It’s a perfect read-aloud experience for parents and children to enjoy together, fostering connection and setting the tone for sweet dreams.
Whether it’s the enchanting dialogue, the magical settings, or the comforting conclusion, each page is designed to calm and delight, making this book a must-have addition to every child’s bedtime routine.
“Time to Sleep, Little Sheep,” by Liza Uddin
Inkandescent Kids: How old were you when you knew you wanted to be an artist?
Liza Uddin: I’ve always drawn, since I was a child. Art has always been a part of my life. I worked briefly at an ad company and did freelance jobs for a bit. I wanted to return to fine art, so I joined the Del Ray Artisans in 2013 and am loving being part of the artist community here. And, I had three pieces featured in the City Hall of Alexandria in 2015.
InkandescentKids: What is the most important thing you’ve learned about writing/ art?
Liza Uddin: Through self-publishing I learned that I was in control and had to make sure that my team got everything right. I’ve always wanted to create a children’s book and had the idea of a bedtime story that rhymed. I wrote it in a coffee shop in 2013 and had put it aside. In 2021, I had illustrated two books for Jennifer Kenney. That same year I had met writer, Amanda Socci who wanted to feature me in her magazine, DMV Shorts. We became friends and she was the one who encouraged me to self-publish, so I finally bought an iPad and did it! I will be forever grateful to her for that.
Inkandescent Kids: How did it feel to see your work published?
Liza Uddin: My book was a project that I’ve long been wanting to complete, and I am happy that it has finally been published and in the hands of children around the world
Inkandescent Kids: What advice do you have for kids who want to become writers or artists?
Liza Uddin: Don’t ever let anyone say you can’t make art or write, because you can!
Find out more about Liza Uddin and her books at her website: Unique Art Prints and Original Artwork by Liza Uddin
and on Etsy: ArtbyLiza.Etsy.com
and be sure to follow her on social media!
Read our first interview with Liza on Inkandescent Kids!
Get your copy of Time to Sleep, Little Sheep! and meet author/ illustrator Liza Uddin in person at the Inkandescent Kids Book Fair! Free tickets on Eventbrite: Think like a reporter: Out of the mouths of kids come great ideas Tickets, Saturday, August 8 • 12 PM – 4 PM | Eventbrite