Tag Archives: First Snow

American Library Association MidWinter Conference

Posted on January 27, 2020 by nancyviau

Nancy Viau January 25 at 5:52 PM · Recently, I had the privilege of signing at the American Library Association’s Midwinter #alamw20 Conference. A big shout-out to over 200 librarians from all over the USA who stopped by to get a book with … Continue reading →

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Is It Time for the Beach Yet?

Posted on November 4, 2019 by nancyviau

Well, I may be rushing the summer season, but I’m so excited to show you an Advanced Reader Copy of my next picture book, Today Is a Beach Day! The illustrations are done by Charlie Adler and each displays sunny … Continue reading →

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An AWARD for FIRST SNOW!

Posted on April 11, 2019 by nancyviau

This just in: First Snow wins an Independent Publisher Book Award! SILVER: First Snow, by Nancy Viau; illustrated by Talitha Shipman (Albert Whitman & Co). Soon it’ll be dressed up with a shiny silver sticker!

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Johnstown Children’s Book Festival

Posted on April 5, 2019 by nancyviau

Saturday, April 6th, I’ll be signing books at the Johnstown Children’s Book Festival. Won’t you join me? I hear there might be snow flurries because Mother Nature is very much on board with my picture book, First Snow. https://www.thelearninglamp.org/for-families/childrens-book-festival-johnstown-2-2/

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Work and Play in Sunny Colorado!

Posted on March 26, 2019 by nancyviau

I had the best time visiting schools in the Denver area as part of the Denver Children’s Festival of Stories! At the educator night the Friday before, I got to connect with school librarians, and the festival on Saturday was … Continue reading →

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Recent Author Visits

Posted on March 3, 2019 by nancyviau

I have had a ton of fun visiting schools in the few weeks, and I have more author visits coming up. From Florida to New Jersey, kids are kids, and their smiles always brighten my day. Here are a few highlights:

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Author Visit Time!

Posted on February 23, 2019 by nancyviau

This photo is from a recent author visit to Hilliard Elementary in Florida. I loved traveling there from New Jersey and meeting the kids in 3rd, 4th and 5th grade!A few of the 352 kiddos who took my book, BEAUTY … Continue reading →

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It’s SNOWING!

Posted on February 11, 2019 by nancyviau

I thought that this snow day would be the perfect time to introduce you to Etta. It looks like she’s ready to play outside! For more adorable dogs and thoughtful reviews of children’s books, please go to the blog BEAGLES … Continue reading →

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For Teachers!

Posted on January 5, 2019 by nancyviau

There’s a new Discussion Guide “in town.” The guide, to used in conjunction with Beauty and Bernice, is created by the wonderful Pamela Brunskill: https://www.authorsandeducators.com/. This comprehensive guide puts comprehension questions at your fingertips–from contrasting titles, to word choice and … Continue reading →

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Wishing You a Very Merry Holiday Season!

Posted on December 12, 2018 by nancyviau

Should I wish for snow? I hope you take the time to enjoy the busy season. There is so much going on, yet nature often forces us to slow down. Listen to Mother Nature. She knows what she’s talking about. … Continue reading →

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