Author Archives: nancyviau

Fun Facts About Owls

Posted on November 3, 2015 by nancyviau

So many kids love owls. Perhaps that’s why they’re drawn to the cover of LOOK WHAT I CAN DO! I came across 10 fun facts about owls on the National Audubon Society website. How many did you know? Check out … Continue reading →

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Teacher Love

Posted on October 25, 2015 by nancyviau

I was so impressed with ALL the teachers I met this weekend at the Keystone State Reading Association Conference. Such passion for teaching and literacy! I felt like a kid in a candy store of creative thinkers. THIS is my … Continue reading →

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How to Host a Successful Author Visit by George O’Connor

Posted on October 22, 2015 by nancyviau

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THIS is My Halloween

Posted on October 21, 2015 by nancyviau

Q: What’s better than candy? A: An entire room filled with educators and authors who are passionate about literacy! It’s time for the Keystone State Reading Association Conference. I can’t wait! And you can bet I’m coming home with a … Continue reading →

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KidLitCon 2015

Posted on October 8, 2015 by nancyviau

On Friday, October 9, I’ll be on a panel at KidLitCon 2015. This conference is mostly for kidlit bloggers. I’ll be sharing a spot with four friends from my KidLit Authors Club, and we’ll chat about how that group was … Continue reading →

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A Shiny New Poster

Posted on September 3, 2015 by nancyviau

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I Love to Visit Libraries!

Posted on August 15, 2015 by nancyviau

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READ!

Posted on July 30, 2015 by nancyviau

As a children’s book author, you may expect that I read tons of children’s books during the summer. But guess what? I use the summer to catch up on all sorts of books–romance novels, “beach” reads, mysteries, biographies, as well … Continue reading →

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SUMMER IS HERE!

Posted on June 17, 2015 by nancyviau

Kiddos, Keep reading! Sign up for the Summer Reading Program sponsored by your local public library. It’s free, and prizes are awarded for readers who reach their goals. The theme this year is EVERY HERO HAS A STORY. Pretty cool, … Continue reading →

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Librarians and Booklovers!

Posted on April 30, 2015 by nancyviau

I hope to see you at the PA School Librarians Conference on Friday, May 1 (Hershey, PA) where I’ll be hosting a panel of terrific picture book, middle grade, and young adult authors. Our presentation will take you on an … Continue reading →

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