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Nov 103 min read

5 Ways to Use Boredom as an Opportunity to Practice Problem-Solving

As parents, we’re wired to fix and prevent problems—whether it’s taking over pouring drinks, tying shoelaces, or addressing our child’s...

Jul 15, 20231 min read

Kickstarter Success, New Cover Art, and Off to the Press!

The Kickstarter campaign for Amelia's Loose Part Art continues to be successful. As I write this post, there are 12 days left of the...

Jun 16, 20233 min read

Coming Soon: Kickstarter Pre-orders for Amelia's Loose Part Art

Children's books have a magical ability to captivate young minds and spark their imagination. My current project, Amelia's Loose Part...

Jun 4, 20231 min read

What are 'loose parts' anyway?

Ever since I announced my book's title, Amelia's Loose Part Art, the question I have been asked the most is, "what are 'loose parts'...

May 21, 20232 min read

Amelia is Here: Finding the Perfect Illustrator for my Children's Book, Amelia's Loose Part Art.

Amelia has finally made her grand entrance, and the response has been absolutely fantastic. As a children's picture book author who...

May 9, 20232 min read

Reflecting on Children's Book Preferences: From Fun Reads to Conversation Starters

Are you a lover of children's books like me? If you are, then let's explore and categorize some great titles together and dive into what...

May 3, 20232 min read

The Story Behind My Completed Children's Book Manuscript

I am a dreamer, a planner, and a notetaker. Friends have told me I am an idea person and when I look at piles of notes I have written for...