One of the things I struggle when writing longer fiction is pacing. In my picture books this isn't a problem for me. The page turn supports the drama - I often say that the mere physical act of turning a…
19Nov
18Nov
I've gotten more comments of "You should try to get on Oprah!" than I have royalty statements - and I've been doing this a decade and a half! Since the Oprah show is off the air (and didn't anyone ever…
16Nov
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15Nov
This event was so amaaaazing! The organizers did an incredible job. I want to thank Martha Schall, Doreen Tarascio, Gretchen Lunsford and Donna Hires for inviting me to do the keynote. It was an honor!
I was more nervous than I…
11Nov
In which Jerry and I try not to crack up while wearing chicken hats. Yes, I meant to write "crack up."
9Nov
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me…
6Nov
Today I have an interview with Fudge and Einstein, the two main characters in Karen Rostoker-Gruber's latest book, Ferret Fun, which in its simplest form, is about bullying. It tackles a tough subject in an easy-to-read, comic-style format.
So, Fudge and Einstein,…
5Nov
Today I am honored to be speaking at the Clinton Country Club in Clinton, CT, at the AAUW fundraising luncheon. Excited! Can't wait!
Education is the first building block in creating social change. Here is their mission video. They rock!
1Nov
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I answer a question from Mike Fernandez about copyrighting your work…
31Oct
Could this fan of Mabel the Tooth Fairy and How She Got Her Job be any cuter? Her teacher gave the kids an assignment to make a pumpkin with a character they love, and she picked my Mabel! Thank you!
