I decided to try to make turning 60 as fun as possible. I will celebrate at the Knoxville Children's Reading Festival on May 18th by giving away 60 cupcakes, I'm in the process of giving away 60 books, and I'm also giving away (one) 60 minutes of Skype or a personal visit. Read below if you're interested in winning that 60 minutes or a book.

To win a book for your favorite kid or kids, let me know something special about them. To win a personal visit or Skype (depending on distance), say something nice about my books on Twitter or Facebook (and tag me).

Earth Day

Author for Earth Day event!

I was able to celebrate Earth Day with an eastern TN school. Tusculum View Elementary chose for me to donate to The Humane Society of the United States as my Author for Earth Day contribution. The students learned about five different Earth Day causes and even started their own donation box to their local humane society.

Wouldn't it be neat to live here?

This apartment building received an amazing face-lift with the artist painting the residents' favorite books. The tough part would have been choosing one! I am dreaming of one with my books! Photo credit: janisdeman