Nina Kosterina Biography Book Recognition
Nina Kosterina Biography Book Recognition My Nina Kosterina biography just received a 2021 Purple Dragonfly Award in the young adult category! — 2nd place in the young adult nonfiction category! I’m excited about any recognition that might get Nina’s...
Remembering Robert Wadlow
Remembering Robert Wadlow Robert Wadlow passed away on this date in 1940. When he died at age 22, he was the world’s tallest person at a height of 8 feet 11 inches – a record he still holds. Robert didn’t choose his situation, but his accomplishment was in how...
Take-Aways from Recent Panel Discussion
Take-Aways from Recent Panel Discussion The non-profit Room to Read, publisher of my picture book The Invitation, invited me to participate in a May talk about Diversity of Diversity – The Power of Books in Fostering Inclusive Communities. The Invitation is...
Introducing The Invitation – Available Free Online
Introducing The Invitation – Available Free Online As I wrote about in December, I was among the authors and illustrators hired by the non-profit Room to Read in the fall to develop a Peace & Equality picture book collection during a book sprint...