I was overwhelmed with the turnout at my recent book signing. One particular attendee was a young man I met last year while visiting a middle school. He told me he had read The Legend of Sassafras … [Read more...]
August Book Signing
Want to know something authors fear? One thing is having a book signing that no one attends. I can't say this has ever happened to me, but it could. It's a nightmare-quality fear.I'm going to … [Read more...]
Treasure in Catclaw Canyon Released
Kids who enjoyed The Legend of Sassafras House will be excited to know that Treasure in Catclaw Canyon (Sassafras House #2) is now available.The paperback is available at Amazon,and the … [Read more...]
Treasure in Catclaw Canyon Cover Reveal
Today is cover reveal day for Treasure in Catclaw Canyon!For all the middle grade kids who enjoyed The Legend of Sassafras House, book 2 in the series will be released soon.Kale Flores … [Read more...]
My Wise Visitor
Last weekend a great horned owl dropped in to visit at my house. These birds hunt at night, so a daytime sighting is rare. Strong winds circulated on the day of his appearance, so it's possible that … [Read more...]
Counting Down the Days
At this time of year students tend to get restless and tired of the routine of school. The kids aren't the only ones to get weary. If you're a teacher, you may be counting down the days until summer … [Read more...]
Oklahoma School Visits
School visits are the best part of being a middle-grade author. I've visited a number of schools this year, and I have loved meeting new teachers, librarians, and students. This week I took The Legend … [Read more...]
Focus on the Future
Fourth grade students at Woodrow Wilson Elementary School have been exploring careers. Their school counselor, Mrs. Jenny Brown, has invited a number of people from the community to talk to the … [Read more...]
School Visits in Springdale, AR
When mapping the route from my home to the city of Springdale, AR, I was baffled when my search revealed it was an 85 hour trip. How could this be? It's only 250 miles between the two cities across … [Read more...]
Winter Story Night
Cookies, hot chocolate, and books are the perfect combination for a cold winter night. Paragould Primary School planned an event for children featuring those three elements. The skies opened up with a … [Read more...]
