Almost 25 years after its original publication, Lee & Low Books is issuing a new paperback edition. This beautiful book, complete with a foldout showing the world created, will hit bookstores November 19 at the budget-friendly price of $12.95.
What's New?
New Events Scheduled
Speaking, reading, and signing Applesauce Is Fun to Wear at a Celebration of Children's Books hosted by the St. Simons Literary Guild. The authors of two other children's books, All Aboard, Georgia! and Hot Boiled Peanuts: A Georgia Food Tour will also be featured. Join the fun Friday, November 8, 10:30-11:30 am at the St. Simons Casino theater. 550 Beachview Drive. Also signing at G.J. Ford Bookshop Saturday, November 9, 1-3 pm.
Signing all 14 of my picture books at the Holiday Market Saturday, December 7, 2024, 9-3. Feauturing fine craftspeople from around the region, it's a fabulous chance to find those one-of-a-kind presents. The event will again be at my church, Lord of Life Lutheran, 2801 Frederica Road, Saint Simons Island, GA.
Three book lists on Shepherd.com
If you enjoyed giggling with your toddler over Applesauce Is Fun to Wear, here are five equally hilarious picture books to try.
You can also view Pirate Jack Gets Dressed on their list of best children's books for perfectly piratey storytimes and Hoorade Day! on the list of best children's books featuring festive parades.
Proud Sponsor of Great Books for Kids
Jen Tacbas, founder of Great Books for Kids, is a dynamo! This organization has donated more than $20,000 worth of books to children in southeast Georgia who have few books in their homes. Learn more about her worthwhile mission and how you can help here.
My First Board Book Available
A board book version of Baby's Firsts came out from Charlesbridge May 17, 2022. This is the perfect format for babies and their young siblings to enjoy this classic look at the milestones of the first year. The title has been the perfect baby and first birthday gift--and this new format makes it even more perfect. With 1- and 2-year-old grandsons, I am over the moon kmowing they can have and hold and do their worst to one of my books! Parents who only buy board books for their 0 to 3-year-olds will now have this choice.
Watch virtual author and illustrator visit
What a pleasure it was to do my first virtual author visit with illustrator Rebecca Evans for the BookMark of Neptune Beach, FL! We interviewed each other, giving viewers a look at how the words and delightful illustrations came together. And we demonstrated an opposites game you can play at home. Watch it here.