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The one question I get all of the time when I tell people I self-published books is, "was it easy?" I never know what the proper response to that question is. The short answer is no. But, the short answer is also yes. Today's world of the internet and social media does make it easy to get your name and art out into the world. I couldn't imagine attempting to self-publish 20 years ago. I would've been an anxiety ridden mess. However being a one person team isn't very easy. Esp

Hi friends, It’s been a while since I last showed up here, and if I’m being honest, I’ve missed it. Life has a funny way of getting loud—full schedules, quiet seasons, creative pauses, and moments where you’re working hard behind the scenes with nothing to show for it yet. That’s where I’ve been. Writing, revising, dreaming, doubting, and then doing it all over again. But today, I finally get to say the part that makes all of that worth it. I’m so excited to announce that my

If there’s one thing I’ve learned as a children’s author and illustrator, it’s that stories don’t always arrive in big bursts of inspiration. Sometimes, they arrive slowly—like soft whispers on a walk, a funny moment with a child, or a tiny spark from something I see in my everyday life. As I’ve been working on my second book, I’ve given myself permission to slow down . Unlike the whirlwind of excitement (and nerves!) that came with creating If Kids Were in Charge , this new

When I pictured doing story times for my book, I imagined a room full of excited kids, parents smiling, giggles in the air. But reality doesn’t always look like the dream—sometimes only one or two kiddos show up. And you know what? That’s okay. In fact, it’s more than okay. Small story times are still meaningful. They still matter. Those one or two little listeners are giving me their time, curiosity, and wonder—and that deserves my best. I remind myself every time: you’ve go

When you put your very first book out into the world, you brace yourself for all kinds of feedback—excitement, support, and yes…...

I had one of those surreal author moments this week… the kind you dream about when you first start writing. While scrolling online, I...

One of the most exciting parts of publishing my book has been the dream of sharing it with others—not just online, but face to face. I...

Back in June of this year, I started writing what would become my very first published book. At first, I was waiting on illustrations...

As a children’s author, I believe stories have the power to spark imagination, build curiosity, and inspire creativity in young minds....