I've Been Anthologized!

Time for some more writing news. I've been anthologized! (I've always wanted to be part of an anthology.) 

I belong to a children's writing group, and we've put together an anthology of children's stories that is now available from Amazon! This book is perfect for children ages 4-8 and has a variety of stories inside, showcasing the talents of our group. Read below for some additional details, and keep watching the blog for more writing news. Yes, there's more coming!

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Need a GIFT IDEA for a child 4 to 8 years old?
Local Writers Group Publishes Children’s Anthology
Young readers will find mystery, mischief, and magic woven into The Variety Show, an original anthology of twenty-two stories and poems published by a group of local authors and artists who call themselves The Magic Story Makers. Illustrated with full color pictures, photographs, and cartoons, this compact collection provides opportunities for read-aloud fun as well as quiet time independent reading. Many members of The Magic Story Makers are affiliated with the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI), the international professional organization whose standards provide the basis for the writing and artwork featured in The Variety Show.
The Variety Show (Magic Story Makers) is available for purchase at Amazon.com (https://www.amazon.com/Variety-Show-Magic-Sto…/…/ref=sr_1_1…) or from any of the local authors and illustrators: Pat Blackman, Margo Lemieux, and Nadine Mullins (all from Mansfield), Daryl Enos (Norton), George Kulz (Cumberland, RI), Donna Morin(Wrentham), Jennifer O’Keefe (Taunton), Charlotte Sheer (Foxboro), Nancy Tupper Ling (Walpole), and Licia Rando (Sharon).
Proceeds will be used to fund the donation of author/illustrator-autographed copies to children whose families are being supported by Hurricane Relief organizations.
PHOTO>L to R seated:Nadine Mullins, George Kulz
Standing: Charlotte Sheer, Pat Blackman, Licia Rando, Nancy Tupper-Ling

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Hi all.

I know, I know. I've been absent once again. But this time I have good reason. See, I have some exciting news.

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It may have something to do with the first book I've ever had published.

Yes, you heard me right.

MY.

FIRST.

BOOK.

*Cue Confetti*

OK, maybe not the confetti.

So, details. My first book is called I'm the Small One. It's being distributed by Reading A-Z in e-book format. Reading A-Z is a company that supplies downloadable leveled readers and other educational material for teachers, educators, and parents geared toward kids grades K-6. It's a great program, and I'm happy to be a part of it.

So, without further ado, here is the cover of my very first children's book:

And here is a link to my book on the Reading A-Z site:

https://www.readinga-z.com/books/leveled-books/book/?id=3350

A quick synopsis of the story:

I'm the Small One is the story of Sophie, a second-grader who feels frustrated because she is so small. After hating her size and failing in her attempts to grow faster, she finally learns that being small has its good points.

For those of you who are educators or that may be interested in subscribing to their service to get access to leveled readers, the link above will bring you to my book on their site, and you can find more information on Reading A-Z from there.

It's been quite a journey to get here, and this is a happy first stop, but it's not over yet! I've been incredibly busy lately, in case you haven't noticed, and there's a very good reason for that. Stay tuned for more news that's coming. And thanks for those of your who have been following me.