My Mission
My mission is to create empathy and curiosity beyond comfort zones and to advocate for representation of kids like me who moved frequently worldwide. I empower military-connected kids through books that support their mental and emotional growth, ensuring they feel "heard, seen, and chosen." Through my children's book series, "And That's Okay," I sparked a movement to inspire a growth mindset, empathy, and authentic connections through meaningful conversations.
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Pulling from my global experiences, I talk with students about the importance of appreciating diversity, resilience, kindness, friendship and self-love. Teachers and administrators describe my author visits and workshops as "amazing, inspiring, and transformative".
In-Person
Author Visits
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Full Day of age-appropriate presentations. As many as your staff and space require (All for a single price).
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Lunch with students, book signings, contest judging, classroom drop-ins, you name it. Once I'm in the building, my time is yours.
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Free posters for all of your students.
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Teacher lesson plans for each title and activity sheets to extend the learning.
Pricing based on driving distance between Atlanta, GA, 30308 and the school building.
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*Special pricing for DoDEA and International Schools
Up to 100 miles $750
100 to 180 miles $900
180 to 240 miles $1200
over 240 miles CALL
Virtual
Author Visits
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Half Day of age-appropriate presentations. (All for a single price).
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Everything I show, explain and introduce students to during an in-person author visit, but online. Technology for the win!
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Great way to include both in-class and remote learners at once.
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Zoom, Google Meet, WebEx, MS Teams- I've done it all.
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Teacher lesson plans for each title and activity sheets to extend the learning.
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​Nonrefundable reservation fee
$425 (up to 3 classrooms)
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$700 (full school assembly with bulk order of at least 300 books).*
*There is an added cost for the books.
Ideas For Funding a School Visit
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Share costs with other schools, libraries, or daycares in your district/area and book multiple events in the same day for discounted daily rates.
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Choose a low-cost Zoom visit (only $425).
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Ask the Parent/Teacher Association or other special interest club/fund for assistance.
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Apply for a community or educational grant from local organizations (Rotary, Kiwanis, etc.).
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Raise funds through book sales – schools may get a discounted rate when ordering a large number of books.
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Ask administration if funding is available for materials for student success and/or mental health initiatives.
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Ask the media center to purchase books.
Here's What Teachers Are Saying...
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