McHenry County Living Feature: The Rabbit in the Moon (Behind the Story)
McHenry County Living shared the origin story behind The Rabbit in the Moon. Here’s my companion post: what the feature captured, why the book exists, and how it helps hesitant kids.
How The Rabbit in the Moon Was Born (as told by TribLIVE)
A behind-the-story companion to the TribLIVE feature on The Rabbit in the Moon, sharing how Yabbit’s message of tiny brave steps was born and why it became a keepsake for families.
How My Dog Lou Helped Inspire Yabbit the Rabbit’s Character Design
When we hit a creative wall designing Yabbit the Rabbit, I took my dog Lou on long walks and found unexpected inspiration for our children’s book character.
How I Learned to Write in Rhyme: The Craft Behind The Rabbit in the Moon
Writing a children’s book in rhyme looks simple until you try to do it well. KD Schnee shares how he went from one unfinished line on a San Diego beach to learning the rhythm, structure, humility, and discipline behind The Rabbit in the Moon.
Can Reading Help Lower Alzheimer’s Risk? Why I Encourage Aging Parents to Keep Reading
Reading cannot guarantee protection from Alzheimer’s disease, but research around cognitive engagement, cognitive reserve, and brain health suggests that mentally active habits may help support memory and thinking over time. For KD Schnee, this topic is deeply personal. His mother’s Alzheimer’s journey helped inspire Yabbit the Rabbit and The Rabbit in the Moon.