Two book events. Sat. November 14th - Litchfield Public Library Authors and Artists Showcase and Sat. November 28th - Sugar Creek Methodist Church holiday fair in Chatham, Illinois. I'll be at both with my picture books, The Memory Jar, Cows Can't Be Clowns, and Grandpa's Barn.
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Today on Kathy Temean's blog is an interview with Gail Bradburn, and there's a book giveaway! Gail's book is based on facts about a hero from her hometown.
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I found a hidden gem in Springfield - Spartan Valley Olive Oil Center. It's along the strip mall by Penny Lane's on Wabash. I'm thrilled that Katrina Grimes offered a space for my picture books. This shop has many unusual and handcrafted items as well as oils, soaps, and honey.
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Nov. is #Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month. My Aunt Luella inspired The Memory Jar, a PB about a grandmother with #dementia and how her granddaughter found a way to connect with her. This book is a great teaching tool for children who can't understand this devastating disease.
I designed this with Canva. I plan to place one in each book I sell. Feel free to copy my idea.
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Debra Daugherty retweeted
Grab a broom and fly on over to any one of FIVE Little Free Libraries in the Orlando Area -- BroomMates has landed! #WitchyFlight @little_press @RateYourStory #BroomMates at 1800 Emerson Ridge Road, Kissimmee Florida -- it's filled with ghoulishly good books, AND, as an added bonus the surrounding streets are name for authors like Shakespeare and Hemingway!
This Sat., Oct. 24th, at the square in Jacksonville, IL. I'm the Children's Book Author mentioned on the list. Throughout the day, I'll be reading excerpts from my books, The Memory Jar, Cows Can't Be Clowns, and Grandpa's Barn. You can also purchase autographed copies that day.
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This Saturday, October 17th, I'll be at St. Joseph the Worker Church, 700 E. Spruce, Chatham, IL from 8:30 AM - 2 PM autographing my books. Stop by and check out all the vendors.
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Monday was FARMERS DAY. I love that farmers have a special day on the calendar. They feed the world. I hope you check out my two PBs with farm animals, Grandpa's Barn and Cows Can't Be Clowns. If see a farmer, tell them thank you.
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I had a fun evening autographing books at the MAKING STRIDES AGAINST BREAST CANCER fundraiser Kick-Off last night in Springfield. The winner of my raffle, a hardcover copy of Cows Can't Be Clowns, was a father of five young children. He seemed very happy to have won.
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer FUNdraising kickoff starts tomorrow at Motorheads, 600 Toronto Road, Springfield, IL. They will have vendors, a silent auction, and music. Mark your calendar October 8th, 5-8pm.
I'll be there with my children's picture books.
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October is National Rescue Dog Month. This is my sweet rescue dog, Princess Daisy. Her gotcha day is July 11, 2026.
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Happy World's Teachers Day! I wouldn't be the writer I am today without the encouragement of my teachers. Tell a teacher "Thank you" today for making a difference in your life.
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