Category Archives: Nancy’s News
Thank You, Pennsylvania School Librarians
This spring I presented my Write Away! workshop to 50 PA school librarians (www.psla.org). Because my watch had stopped, I exploded into the conference room–beach ball in hand–five minutes late, and thought I was doomed to receive poor remarks on … Continue reading
I LOVE Libraries!
Libraries are very awesome places! Not only can you find your favorite book, movie, CD or video game, but also art classes, story times, computers, printers, maker space places, book clubs and … in the case of the Cape May … Continue reading
Inspire Your Students to Read and Write This Summer
I’ve had a bunch of fun visiting K-6 schools near and far this year, but wanted to let you know I have room in my May/June 2017 schedule for ONE more author visit! Contact … Continue reading
STORM SONG is an Amazon Best Seller!
BOOM! Did you know that Storm Song is an Amazon best seller in the Children’s Weather Books category AND that the Kindle edition is available for a BUCK right now! https://www.amazon.com/gp/bestsellers/digital-text/156020011/ref=sr_bs_27_156020011_1
JUST ONE THING! is a 2016 Foreword INDIES Finalist!
HURRAY! My latest middle-grade, Just One Thing!, is a finalist for the Foreword INDIES Award! From their site: Foreword INDIES Book of the Year Awards Honor the Best Books from Independent Publishers Finalists for the Foreword INDIES represent some of … Continue reading
Just a Couple of Crazy “Characters”
This photo was taken following a recent 6th grade assembly. The kids and the principal were the stars of my show, dressing up as characters and editors. What good sports!
Happy READ ACROSS AMERICA week!
I’m traveling quite a bit these days, visiting truly awesome schools and meeting very sweet kids. (LOOK AT THOSE FACES!) To the schools who have had me take over your library space, bulletin boards, and schedules in order to accommodate … Continue reading
3rd-6th Grade Teachers! This One’s for You!
Here’s a book-related activity you can use in conjunction with Just One Thing! http://penciltipswritingworkshop.blogspot.com (February 6, 2017 post) And don’t forget the FREE Discussion Guide found on this site HERE. Happy Reading! Happy Writing!
World Read Aloud Day is Coming!
I’m ready to read aloud on February 16th, are you? It would be so great to connect with your students via Skype. I’m offering FREE 15-minute story sessions throughout the day. Sign up by emailing me or track me down … Continue reading
A New Review or Two
Hear and see what this reviewer has to say about Just One Thing! A full written review is here: https://momreadit.wordpress.com/2016/10/04/a-boy-tries-to-find-his-defining-talent-in-just-one-thing/
