Hello.

I’m a children’s book author and maker of whimsical things. For my day job, I wear glasses & wool cardigans (I’m a school librarian).

I love picture books because they combine my two joys--word play mixed with color & paint.

My nonfiction picture book, Flip! How the Frisbee Took Flight is available for pre-order now!

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Flip! How the Frisbee Took Flight

Did the first Frisbees really come from college students tossing around empty pie plates? And if so, why were those crazy kids eating so much pie?  Find out more in FLIP!

 
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Book Crafts

Reading books & making stuff. The best combo since doughnuts and . . . more doughnuts? Sample some of my all-time favorite picture book crafts here.

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School & Library Visits

I love visiting schools and libraries! I am also available for library programs or evening literacy nights.

 
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Events

Check out my calendar to see if I’m at a bookstore or library near you. I may be reading, signing books or making things that fling through the air.

Follow along.

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