Stories for children, inspired by family and friendship.
“Like Judy Blume, she tackles serious issues but provides many opportunities for laughter.”
-School Library Journal
Bartleby Speaks!
Bartleby Huddle is a sweet, happy child, but he doesn’t utter a single word—until he has something important to say.
Only You
Being deeply, uniquely loved from the outside in and the inside out makes each child feel like … the one and only.
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Writing and Editing Highlights
In addition to occasionally writing books for children, I’ve been professionally committed to publishing books for young readers for more than 15 years. I’ve worked closely with myriad formats and various genres for young readers of all ages, from novelties for toddlers, picture books for preschoolers, and beginning readers to chapter books, tween novels, and young adult fiction. I’m an experienced copywriter and seasoned writing coach, and I have also written and edited content for magazines, newspapers, and other print media. Learn more about my credentials as a writer and an editor when you click on about moi!
Brand New: Bartleby Speaks!
Bartleby Huddle is a sweet, happy child, though he is curiously … quiet. Ah, but when young Bartleby does at last speak, he has something important to say – and everyone in his loud, busy family stops to listen to the wise and wonderful toddler!
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“A satisfying whole.”
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“Riotous illustrations.”
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“Youngsters will … ask for repeated readings.”
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“A sweetly underscored paean to the beauty of quiet.”
- Kirkus Reviews