
News & Events
I'm still getting the hand of posting news and events, but here's my first effort regarding a few things about which I'm rather excited. Bear with me!


Longlist for the Derby Book Festival
I'm so excited to share that The Wall and the Wild has been longlisted with some fabulous titles for the Derby Book Festival Children's Picture Book Award.
Mar. 5, 2022
Family Day at Crawley WORDfest
Join Katie and I on Zoom or in-person for a virtual story time, drawing activity and Q&A with Ana and The Wall and the Wild! 10 to 11 EST / 3 to 4 GMT

Feb. 2, 2022
World Read Aloud Day
This year's World Read Aloud Day (WRAD) is coming up fast. I'm thrilled to participate locally and virtually.
Visit LitWorld for more information >>
Visit Scholastic for more information >>
Visit Kate Messner to learn about scheduling virtual visits with authors and illustrators >>


Feb. 19, 2022
In-Person Storytime!
COVID-permitting, Ana, the Wild and I will be gathering with local readers at Joseph-Beth Booksellers in Cincinnati, Ohio, for a reading, Q&A and signing! Learn more >>