Category Archives: Upcoming events

Register now for Liven Up Baby and Toddler Storytimes with Sign Language

Posted on March 14, 2019 by

Liven Up Baby and Toddler Storytimes with Sign Language: A 90-minute webinar Thursday, March 28, 2018, 2:30pm Eastern/1:30pmCentral/12:30pm Mountain/11:30am Pacific Presented by Kathy MacMillan, NIC, M.L.S. Signing with young children of any hearing ability fosters bonding, stimulates language development, and reduces … Continue reading →

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Upcoming Appearances

Posted on March 7, 2019 by

I hope to see you at one of these upcoming events in March! Saturday, March 9, 2019, 3:00 – 5:00pm: Book signing at Sweet Frog Frozen Yogurt, 852 N Rolling Rd, Catonsville, MD 21228 Come on in to purchase signed … Continue reading →

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SHE SPOKE releases today!

Posted on March 1, 2019 by

Today’s the day! She Spoke: 14 Women Who Raised Their Voices and Changed the World releases today! Co-authored with my dear friend Manuela Bernardi and illustrated by Kathrin Honesta, this book is one I am so excited to share with … Continue reading →

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Read Across America this Saturday at Books with a Past!

Posted on February 25, 2019 by

Join me this Saturday, March 2 at 2 PM for an extra special celebration at  Books with a Past in Historic Savage Mill! We’ll be celebrating Read Across America and Women’s History Month – and the launch of She Spoke: 14 … Continue reading →

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Read Local this Saturday at the Laurel Books-A-Million!

Posted on February 13, 2019 by

Saturday, February 16, 2019, 12:00 – 3:00pm Books-A-Million, 351 Montrose Ave, Laurel, MD 20707 Join me and other members of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators this Saturday for a literary celebration! Purchase signed books and play games like … Continue reading →

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News and Upcoming Events

Posted on January 30, 2019 by

My upcoming book She Spoke: 14 Women Who Raised Their Voices & Changed the World was featured on Book Riot’s “30 Must-Read Diverse Children’s Books From The First Half Of 2019” – and it’s in great company! Check out the … Continue reading →

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Upcoming Events

Posted on January 16, 2019 by

Little Hands Signing Sing, sign, play, and learn basic American Sign Language in these fun, hands-on storytimes for the whole family. Children 3 and under must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. All are welcome! Free programs; no registration required. Location: Eldersburg … Continue reading →

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Registration now open for Liven Up Baby and Toddler Storytimes with Sign Language

Posted on January 4, 2019 by

Liven Up Baby and Toddler Storytimes with Sign Language: A 90-minute webinar Thursday, March 28, 2018, 2:30pm Eastern/1:30pmCentral/12:30pm Mountain/11:30am Pacific Presented by Kathy MacMillan, NIC, M.L.S. Signing with young children of any hearing ability fosters bonding, stimulates language development, and reduces … Continue reading →

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One more signing before Christmas!

Posted on December 19, 2018 by

One more chance to purchase signed copies of Nita’s First Signs, Dagger and Coin, and Sword and Verse before Christmas! I’ll be signing at the Ellicott City Barnes and Noble on Saturday, December 22 from 1-3 PM, along with Veronica … Continue reading →

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UK Releases and Upcoming Events

Posted on December 3, 2018 by

Sword and Verse released in paperback in the UK this week, with Dagger and Coin to follow in hardcover on December 27! Upcoming Events

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