Tag Archives: picture books
First Peek into FIRST SNOW?
I came across a few illustrations on Talitha Shipman’s Instagram page. I’m wondering if these cuties will end up in First Snow, my picture book with Albert Whitman & Co. that’s due to be released in September of 2018!
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Tagged characters, First Snow, kidlit, picture books, rhyming, September release
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New Books for 2018
Hey there, I just saw the book covers for First Snow (Picture Book, Albert Whitman & Co., September 2018) and Beauty and Bernice (Middle-Grade Novel, Schiffer Publishing, September 2018), and … WOW! I really want to show you! But I can’t. … Continue reading
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Tagged 2018, book covers, book releases, cover reveal, middle grade, middle grade novel, new books, picture books, pre-launch excitement
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Inspire Your Students to Read and Write This Summer
I’ve had a bunch of fun visiting K-6 schools near and far this year, but wanted to let you know I have room in my May/June 2017 schedule for ONE more author visit! Contact … Continue reading
Happy READ ACROSS AMERICA week!
I’m traveling quite a bit these days, visiting truly awesome schools and meeting very sweet kids. (LOOK AT THOSE FACES!) To the schools who have had me take over your library space, bulletin boards, and schedules in order to accommodate … Continue reading
Story Time at Woodside Farm Creamery, Delaware
I scream; you scream! We all scream for ice cream! In the summer, I rarely do book signings and appearances, but how could I resist the opportunity to sit under a big ‘ole oak tree, eat delicious ice cream, and … Continue reading
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Tagged books, Delaware, Hockessin Book Shelf, ice cream, outdoor fun, picture books, reading, story time, woodside farm creamery
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Another School, Another Wonderful Day!
“A great day of learning, reading, and writing!” a 4th grade teacher exclaims at the end of my school visit program: “STEP INTO MY WRITING WORLD, AND YOURS!” (this presentation includes mini writing activities). But honestly, I can say the same … Continue reading
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Tagged Author Presentation, Author Visit, picture books, reading, School Visit, writing
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Hello 2016 Schools!
Gearing up for a bunch of school visits and Skype visits. Can I tell you how much I love these? It’s my chance to connect with those extremely awesome beings known as kids. In my heart, I’m one of them … Continue reading
Nancy in the City!
As the author of CITY STREET BEAT, I have skipped and hip hopped on the streets of quite a few cities. (However, I still consider myself a country and seashore gal at heart, and constantly get lost in the city!) … Continue reading
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Tagged Cities I've Visited, City Street Beat, Inspiration, Nancy in the city, picture books
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World Read Aloud Day 2016
Booking Skype and in-person visits now. Can’t wait to connect with readers all over the world on World Read Aloud Day!