Picture Books

From Idea to Book: Writing a Picture Book About Rescuing Puffins in Iceland’s Westman Islands

I often find ideas for books in something I’m reading or someplace I’m visiting, but every once in a while, an idea is gifted to me by a friend. That’s what happened on March 28, 2023, when I received an… Read More >

From Idea to Sale: A Picture Book Tale

I am thrilled to share the news that I have a third picture book coming out! Firefly Song tells the story of how former citizen scientist (and current firefly expert) Lynn Faust discovered a species of synchronous fireflies in the… Read More >

Children’s Books that Connect the Past to the Present with Back Matter

Opening the Road: Victor Hugo Green and His Green Book, written by Keila V. Dawson and illustrated by Alleanna Harris, discusses recent acts of violence against Black motorists in the back matter.   Evelyn the Adventurous Entomologist: The True Story… Read More >