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AAAS/Subaru SB & F Prize Ceremony

February 24, 2016

Just a little over a week ago, I took a trip down to Washington, D.C. to be recognized for my book, A Kid’s Guide to Keeping Chickens. I won one of the AAAS/Subaru SB & F Prize for Excellence in Science Books. I am a bit embarrassed to admit, but I had no idea how…

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2016 AAAS Subaru SB&F Prize Winner

January 25, 2016

I am so excited to announce that I have received word that my book, A Kid’s Guide to Keeping Chickens, has won the 2016 American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) Subaru SB&F Excellence in Science Books Award! It was such an honor to be a nominee and placed among these fabulous finalists.Read more

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The Beekman Boys and Tilly’s Nest

June 12, 2015

I have had the pleasure of knowing the Beekman Boys for the past couple of years. If you don’t know who the Beekman Boys are, you are missing out. I first discovered Josh and Brent when they were struggling to earn a living and keep their farm. They had a television show called The Fabulous…

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Weekend Pass Giveaway: Country Living Fair

May 26, 2015

Hello friends! I am just thrilled to announce that I am giving away 4 weekend passes to the Country Living Fair coming up on June 5 through 7th at the Dutchess County Fairgrounds located in Rhinebeck, New York in the gorgeous Hudson Valley. Each pass is valued at $40 and includes the early bird admission.…

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Country Living Fair ~Nashville: Presentations and Book Signings

April 23, 2015

Have you ever been to a Country Living Fair? Well, let me tell you as a long time fan of Country Living Magazine, they are just awesome! The magazine simply comes to life with presentations, demonstrations, fabulous food, and amazing vendors. There is something for everyone, especially inspiration. I’ll be there this weekend to chat…

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Book Signing: Titcomb’s Bookshop

April 20, 2015

In Sandwich, Massachusetts, along the historic 6A on Cape Cod, you can find Titcomb’s Bookshop. They have been in business for over forty years. Located in a historical building that dates back to 1690, they are one of the best independent bookshops that I have had the pleasure of visiting. Today the topic was kids…

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Book Signing- Titcomb’s Bookshop

April 14, 2015

Come join me for a chicken chat, craft and book signing this coming Monday. I would love to meet you in person.

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Windy Willow Homestead Giveaway & Book Review

April 2, 2015

The other day, I received a lovely note from Nicole of Windy Willow Homestead. I was so excited that she picked up a copy of my book for her daughter. I was also thrilled when she reached out to do a giveaway of one of her lovely fabric coiled baskets and a set of her…

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A Kid’s Guide to Keeping Chickens- Tour Stop #10 + Giveaway

March 24, 2015

Good morning. Thank you for joining us again for the last stop on the book tour celebrating the release of my first book, A Kid’s Guide to Keeping Chickens. Today, we are visiting Chris at Laughing Crow & Company. You may recognize Chris as a talented writer, homesteader, artisan and now flower farmer! She…

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Porter Square Books~ Book Signing

March 21, 2015

Good morning friends! For those of you in the Boston area, I’ll be at Porter Square Books at 2 pm Sunday, March 22, 2015 for some chicken fun, chicken chatting and a book signing. I hope some of you will stop by and join us! Photo Credit: Porter Square Books

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AAAS/Subaru SB & F Prize Ceremony

2016 AAAS Subaru SB&F Prize Winner

The Beekman Boys and Tilly’s Nest

Weekend Pass Giveaway: Country Living Fair

Country Living Fair ~Nashville: Presentations and Book Signings

Book Signing: Titcomb’s Bookshop

Book Signing- Titcomb’s Bookshop

Windy Willow Homestead Giveaway & Book Review

A Kid’s Guide to Keeping Chickens- Tour Stop #10 + Giveaway

Porter Square Books~ Book Signing

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