ALIANA REACHES FOR THE MOON was released on 2/19/19 (An author’s reflection in no particular order) Reconnecting with children I used to teach and their families and knowing how proud they are that I reached this goal. Being on panels and in groups which connected me with authors of distinguished status. Being part of ApollopaloozaContinue reading “Six Months Later – Six Highlights”
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Author-of-the-Month (follow up to Shop Local)
I truly enjoyed the month of April as Author-of-the-Month at all four Timbuk Toys stores in Denver. It was lovely meeting people and sharing Aliana Reaches for the Moon. Toy stores are such a happy place. I received a warm welcome each time I visited a store from both the employees and shoppers. I enjoyedContinue reading “Author-of-the-Month (follow up to Shop Local)”
Shop Local
There are so many ways and reasons why it’s important to support local businesses. Independent book stores are my favorite places to visit no matter where I travel. It’s been a while since I shopped for toys, but for the month of April I’ll be spending a lot of time at a Denver toy store,Continue reading “Shop Local”
Why I love Social Media
More from my visit to Chicago I was a teacher and reading specialist in Chicago for ten years. My final year was full of wonderful memories of children I will never forget. I had the good fortune to work with two first graders that made every day rewarding. They were both the little sisters ofContinue reading “Why I love Social Media”
2 Bookstores, 9 Schools, 10 days
I’ve been in Chicago promoting Aliana Reaches for the Moon which explains why I haven’t posted here in a while. I’ll share some details and pictures in the next few days. Here’s a taste.
The Book Stall Storytime
I spent a fantastic Saturday morning at The Book Stall in Winnetka, a wonderful independent book store with 75 years in the community. Author events and book clubs fill their calendar. It was a dream-come-true feeling, reading ALIANA REACHES FOR THE MOON and answering questions from the crowd which included babes in arms, engaged childrenContinue reading “The Book Stall Storytime”
Tunes and Tales
I’m very excited with all the wonderful avenues I’ve been allowed to share and celebrate my new book! On Wednesday, I spent the day in Fort Collins, Colorado recording Tunes and Tales with show host Kristen Olsen and Jonathan Bennett! Link to livestream KRFCfm 88.9 (you can live-stream the show on Sunday, 3/3/19 6PM MST!Continue reading “Tunes and Tales”
Second Star to the Right 🌟
Independent Bookstores are the best way to celebrate a book launch! Yesterday I was the featured author at a wonderful new location of a beloved Denver bookstore, Second Star to the Right. If that name sounds familiar but you have never been to Denver, Colorado, it’s probably because of the song from Peter Pan. TheseContinue reading “Second Star to the Right 🌟”
Mini trailer for Aliana Reaches for the Moon
Aliana Reaches for the Moon 🌙 Release date 2/19/2019
Successes: Looking back at 2018 & Looking forward to 2019
This is a departure from my normal blogging. I’m participating in Julie Hedlund’s 12 Days of Christmas so today is when we celebrate successes and I’m sharing mine here. My first picture book is under contract and being released 2/19/2019 to coincide with the full moon! Aliana Reaches for the Moon I have participated inContinue reading “Successes: Looking back at 2018 & Looking forward to 2019”
Laura Roettiger Books 