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For Illustrators Who Want to Know About Children’s Book Publishing

December 17, 2021

I get frequently asked for information on children’s book illustration and publishing, and unfortunately I’m unable to respond to each individually, so I’ve compiled all the beginning info that I have to share with folks here, for anyone who’s looking for it! This information is based on my personal experience and it’s important to say that there’s no one right way to get into illustration or book publishing; each writer…

Shepherd “Top 5” Book List

December 16, 2021

I was invited to contribute to this cool new website for authors, Shepherd.com, with a top 5 booklist called “Best Picture Books for Your Next Nature Escape”. Check it out! 

(For Fun!) Holiday Masks

November 27, 2021

I had some fun recently making mask designs inspired by Russian Stacking Dolls, Nutcrackers, and Santa beards. Choose from flat or fitted mask designs (also sizes for kids!), all available on Redbubble.com.

WHEN I’M WITH YOU cover reveal

August 14, 2021

“There’s something that I’ve noticed.Perhaps you’ve seen it, too.Life is so much betterwhen it’s me and you.” Educator John Schu revealed the cover of my and Pat Zietlow Miller’s newest book, coming out this March 2022, on his blog. Check out his post to read more!  Description from the publisher: From the time we are young, we are drawn to special people—the ones who complete our sentences and who know…