It was a busy summer of writing for me! I'm working on the first book for a brand new series. I can't wait until I can share the title and tell you more about the characters. The story is with my editor now, so my desk is pretty clean at the moment, but it looked like this for most of the summer:


I've also been writing letters to young readers who write to me. Did you know? I love repling to letters and emails:


This October, I'll be visiting several Wisconsin schools as part of the Chippewa Valley Book Festival. Will I be at YOUR school this year? I would love to stop by. If you'd like more info about my super-fun school visits, please contact me via my website and I'll send you all the details. :)