Author Archives: nancyviau

At the start of the summer, I trained for a job as a librarian assistant and became best friends with a program called Polaris (Polaris Integrated Library System software). Aside from getting a whole new perspective on books, authors, and … Continue reading →

Check out what I wrote as a guest blogger on Pencil Tips! A new post: How to Grow a Naturalist  And an old one: Are You Bogged Down? Ten Helpful Hints to Get You Writing Again

This week I got to chat with two classrooms in Indiana via Skype. We read books, made some noise, sang a song, and even squeezed in a Q and A session. The students learned a bit about my revision process … Continue reading →

My thoughts on Earth Day… As educators, parents, and even children’s book authors, we often get quite enthusiastic, and yes, a little preachy, about saving our lovely planet. We can’t help it. We want young children to embrace and share … Continue reading →

Check out these funny candid shots of children’s book authors (including me)! These were taken March 22, 2014 in Bridgewater at the Central NJ International Reading Association Children’s Book Festival. What a great day! http://www.mycentraljersey.com/article/20140324/NJNEWS10/303240019/Passing-love-books?nclick_check=1

Here’s an nice article that explains the Author-in-Residence Program I’m doing in two South Jersey elementary schools: http://www.capemaycountyherald.com/article/schools/stone+harbor/98258-children039s+book+author+visits+elementary+schools

STORM SONG is on sale this month and this month is almost over. STORM SONG makes a great gift for the young boy or girl in your life. Wrap it up with an umbrella or raincoat! And while you’re at … Continue reading →