Author Archives: nancyviau

A Giveaway!

Do you love fantasy? If so, then you will surely enjoy Ellen Jensen Abbott’s trilogy. The final book, THE KEEPER, is out now and to celebrate, Ellen is appearing on my blog and giving young writers tips on how to … Continue reading

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Fun Time at Penn London Elementary

I just finished up a three-day visit at Penn London Elementary School where I met with over 900 K-2 students! Whew! Many thanks to the PTO for sponsoring this visit and to the wonderful librarians, teachers, and support staff who … Continue reading

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The Boxcar Children

Do you know of the series The Boxcar Children? I bet you do! Well, here’s an interesting factoid: My next picture book, CITY STREET BEAT, will be published by Albert Whitman & Co. and guess what? They also published The … Continue reading

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Feel Like Hearing a Cheery Song?

Listen to the music in my trailer for LOOK WHAT I CAN DO!. : ) Trailer

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Let’s Celebrate Columbus Day

Be sure to check out WIT (Writing Info & Tips for Young Writers) this week. It’s all about this dude:

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Loyal Fans of Sam

Second, third, and fourth grade teachers in the Collingswood area read SAMANTHA HANSEN HAS ROCKS IN HER HEAD every year.  Many stopped by my table at the book festival this past Saturday to tell me how much their students love … Continue reading

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Look Who I Rescued Today!

She was a sweet, young box turtle who walked off a curb and flipped upside down. I took her to the Wetlands Institute because I thought she was an endangered terrapin. The nice folks there took her in and promised … Continue reading

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Collingswood, NJ Book Festival

Where? Collingswood Book Festival, Haddon Ave, Collingswood, NJ. When? This Saturday, October 5th, 10:00 AM. At 11:00 AM, you’ll find me in the library where I’ll be chatting with the fourth grade. Fourth graders love SAMANTHA HANSEN HAS ROCKS IN … Continue reading

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I’m Off to the Library…

Heading to Moorestown Library this evening to celebrate literacy wth the wonderful teachers, students, and parents from the Kumon Math & Reading Center! I’m giving a little speech. WISH ME LUCK!

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Another Book Festival for YOU!

Have you ever heard of Warwick, NY? I hear it’s lovely, and I can’t wait to get there! Join me and many other authors at The Warwick Children’s Book Festival, Saturday, September 28th. Read all about it HERE!

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