Anderson's Bookshop Annual Children's Literature Breakfast

I'll be one of a host of authors at the 16th annual Anderson's Children's Literature Breakfast on Saturday, February 24th.  I've put together some swag for the teachers and librarian's I meet, so hope to see you there.  For more information click here. 

Ahoy, Mateys!

My poem "The Jolly Rhymer," about a pirate who aspires to write poetry, is featured in the Winter 2018 SCBWI Bulletin.

Fresh-Picked makes 2017 CYBILS finalist list

I'm thrilled to be in such esteemed company for the Children's and Young Adult Bloggers Literary 2017 Awards in the poetry category.  Fresh-Picked Poetry and other finalists were chosen from 1,426 nominations.

Fresh-Picked chosen as ILLINOIS READS 2018 title

I am excited to take place in the Illinois Reading Council's 2018 Illinois Reads Program with Fresh-Picked Poetry as a selection in the grades 3-5 category.  Stay tuned for news regarding related events and signings.