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BEFORE YOU WERE MINE

Illustrated by David Walker

G.P. Putnam's Sons, 2007

WINNER OF THE 2007 ASPCA HENRY BERGH AWARD!

A young boy wonders what his dog's life was like before he adopted him from the animal shelter.  A picture book geared for 4-8 year olds, Actor Candice Bergen says, "This is a lovely and touching book to encourage people to rescue pets instead of buy." A portion of the proceeds from this book will be donated to the Humane Society of the United States.

      

 

       

THOSE SHOES

Illustrated by Noah Z. Jones

Candlewick Press, 2007

STARRED REVIEW *** (THE BULLETIN, DECEMBER) 

ALSO FEATURED ON THE COVER!

A CHARLOTTE ZOLOTOW AWARD HONOR BOOK

BLUE RIBBON AWARD FROM THE CENTER FOR CHILDREN'S BOOKS

Jeremy has dreams about the shoes he wants.  Black high tops, two white stripes.  The shoes everyone has, but

out of the budget of his grandmother. What happens when Jeremy finally gets his own pair of those shoes?  A new picture book for the 4-8 year old set released from Candlewick Press!

 

 

Thanks for visiting! Every life is a story, isn't it?  I’ve been writing stories since kindergarten, and began writing for kids over 15 years ago when my own children were small. Lots of picture books and three children later, I enjoy not only the process of story writing, but also meeting kids and adults who like to write. There is no bigger thrill than talking with a breathless 10 year old who tells me, “I want to be an author when I grow up!” That excited glint in their eye reminds me that doing what you love to do, and leaning into how God uniquely created you, makes work interesting, fun and rewarding.  Have fun checking out this site, and all the best as you do your own writing, reading and creating!

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