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Hi, readers! I am proud to say that my children’s books have garnered starred reviews, as well as awards, including The SCBWI Golden Kite, Parents’ Choice Gold Medal, Sydney Taylor Notable,  ALA Notable, California Library Association Beatty Award, and others. They are also on many state lists. I work hard, but feel fortunate that I enjoy what I do.

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NEWEST PICTURE BOOK: GOOD GUYS, BAD GUYS, illustrated by Nancy Carpenter.