I was featured in the IBPA Member Spotlight
Hi all! I've been a member of the Independent Book Publishers Association (IBPA) for several years, and the online magazine recently featured me in their Member Spotlight. I'll post the Aug. 6, 2024 interview, by journalist Adeline Lui, here! Thank
I’m Grateful For My Opportunities
This furry, long-eared pink guy looks a lot like my DAD! This Thanksgiving season, I've been thinking about what I'm grateful for. Like many, I would put HEALTH at the top of the list. Not just my own health (which
New, New, New – Lots of NEWS!
I'm excited to announce the upcoming launch of my NEW children's picture book, Yazzy's Amazing Yarn.
Fifty (school visits) is Nifty!
Milestone alert! I recently celebrated my FIFTIETH school author visit! I've delivered my presentation so many times, I can practically do it in my sleep. Nevertheless, every visit feels fun and special. There's always something new and different that comes
Wrangling Words and Authors!
It's never easy to travel out of town for a school or book engagement. I have to consider mileage/gas costs, hotel rates, meals, and other logistics. But when I was invited to feature my children's book at the 13th Annual
Keeping It Rolling!
This week, students at three elementary schools will hear all about art cars, writing, publishing, illustrating, creativity and inspiration when I show up to present my children's book, Arthur Zarr's Amazing Art Car. The lucky schools are Garden Oaks Montessori
For Me, Second Place is the New First
Have you ever come in second place, but still felt like a #1 winner? I have. Quite recently. Last week, I was chatting with a fellow writer friend, and she told me about a fun "Valentiny" contest she had entered.
Publicity & Art Car Fun!
Did I mention that my book cover WON a Facebook contest in October? A site called Promoting Picture Books ran a fun contest, and my cover of Arthur Zarr's Amazing Art Car won! Thanks goes to my amazing illustrator, Bill
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