There's a new nonfiction picture book that will whet your child's appetite for history. Paragould, Arkansas: The One and Only will give your child a glimpse into how the city began and what makes … [Read more...]
The Greene County Museum – New Nonfiction Release!
The Greene County Museum: History Through the Eyes of a Child is my newest nonfiction release! I'm so exicted about this book for more than one reason. One big reason is that this book brings my total … [Read more...]
New Nonfiction Book: Uncle Philip Is a Farmer
My new non-fiction picture book called Uncle Philip is a Farmer has recently been released. This one is dear to my heart because it's about the generations of farmers in my own family. Find it … [Read more...]
Greene County Tech Middle School
I received a warm welcome at Greene County Tech Middle School this week. While there, I shared some writing advice with the literacy classes of Mrs. Wilson, Mrs. DeRoe, and Mrs. McCarroll. I also read … [Read more...]
Upcoming Events in November
November is always a busy month. So far, I've spent more days out of town than at home. Also, I traditionally spend an exorbitant amount of time planning and cooking the Thanksgiving meal. I like to … [Read more...]
Fan Art at its Finest
I'm grateful when people line up to buy The Legend of Sassafras House at a book signing. I'm elated when a reader leaves a review on Amazon or Goodreads. As an author, those things are important to … [Read more...]
Marmaduke Elementary School Author Visit
Today I visited Marmaduke Elementary School. I spoke to a group of 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th grade students about writing. I also shared some statistics on the importance of literacy before reading an … [Read more...]
#SCBWIBookStop
When you have occasions to shop for a gift for your child, consider books.Books are less expensive than most any toy or gadget you could buy. Books enrich and enlarge a child's world. Books … [Read more...]
OGMS Literacy Night
I've heard it said that "writing is like telling a joke and having to wait two years to know if it was funny." I've found this to be not far from the truth. I spent about two years working on The … [Read more...]
OGMS Role Models
These teachers at Oak Grove Middle School encourage their students to read, read, read. I couldn't be luckier that they are also encouraging them to read my book, The Legend of Sassafras House. Thank … [Read more...]
