Here I am next to my picture book, HOW WILL I EVER SLEEP IN THIS BED? 
How exciting to see it published in board book format, as well. So perfect for little hands!) 

(Oh, and see the sheep and kangaroo? Those were my kids' idea! Cute way to draw attention to the book, eh?)





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*If you're a teacher or librarian, I hope you'll check out the teacher guide on my 'For Teachers' page.  I've created Discussion Questions, Extension Activities and Learning Centers, and Story Starters to accompany How Will I Ever Sleep in This Bed?

*I'd love the opportunity to present a program for your pre-K to 2 students.  Please check out my  'Author Visit' page for  more info.
 
*The 'For Kids' page has fun and educational links. (Kid-approved by my own children!)

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 NEW! NEW! HERE'S WHAT'S NEW! 

ANOTHER PICTURE BOOK SALE!!!

I'm so excited to announce the sale of my picture book, STAR OF THE SHOW, to a new publisher, Shenanigan Books. This story came close at a couple publishing houses, and got such positive feedback, that I'm  delighted it found a home!    

Shenanigan Books Website  Learn more about Shenanigan Books, founded by Mary Watson.

WHAT ELSE IS NEW? Well, this is only *potential* good news...there is no offer...there is no contract...there is only an email....an email that one of my manuscripts is under consideration as a board book. I don't want to jinx anything, but if you cross your fingers and think positive thoughts, maybe the good vibes will float to the publisher and I'll hear good news soon! I'll keep you posted!!        

AND...I'm waiting to hear more about the status of HUGGLE WUGGLE BEDTIME SNUGGLE, a picture book accepted by Rising Moon in 2006.  The book went on hold when Northland Publishing was sold. I'm optimistic that a new publishing venture will come from this, and that  this hilarious bedtime romp will go on! Fingers crossed!                                                                                                                                   

HOW WILL I EVER SLEEP IN THIS BED? (Sterling Publishing, 2005)

Every child goes through it - the transition from a crib to a bed. This little boy feels a teeny bit intimidated by his enormous 'big-kid' bed.  Who better to help keep him company than his stuffed animal friends?  But once the bed is filled, will there be any room left for him?                                  
The illustrator, Capucine Mazille, did a fabulous job.  You'll love keeping track of the adorable stuffed animals as they pile up page after page!

REVIEWS!

Horn Book
"Unable to sleep in his new big bed, a boy gathers his many stuffed
animals for company--but now, there's no room left for him! With a
massive push, the animals land on the floor and the boy finally falls
asleep. The pleasant rhymes and warm illustrations make for a
sympathetic, encouraging, and amusing account of this potentially
difficult bedtime transition."

School Library Journal
"... rhymed story about a child who feels lost in his new, big-boy bed.
His solution is to have nearly all of his stuffed-animal friends join him.
Predictably, once his companions are ensconced, there isn't enough
room for him. After a good deal of rearranging and most of the toys
jettisoned to the floor, the little guy snuggles down with his favorite
lamb and drifts into dreamland. Expressive, warm-toned, kid-friendly
spreads and a simple text make this title appropriate for sharing.
While a number of books deal with this childhood transition, libraries
may want to purchase this title because of its basic language and approach."

My other children's books are beginning readers:

Hey! You're Eating My Homework  (Bebop Books, 2005)

After making a birdfeeder as a school project, Ramon discovers that his creation attracts some unwanted attention.

Picnic on the Sidewalk  (Seedling Publications, 2003)

Grab some chalk and watch Catherine and Rico draw a sidewalk picnic.