Illustrations & Stories

​ZAC and the BEANSTALK Zac fills his world with color, painting anything he could find. Grandpa’s spark fizzled and thinks art is a waste of time. When Zac discovers a beanstalk, he realizes where the real magic resides.
​Theme: Self acceptance and cooperation.
WATER!  Water is life. Join siblings, (in this single word book), as they learn, play, explore and appreciate how essential water is to all life. Accompany them as anger turns into action. Theme: Environment, You can make a difference. Pre-published.
HOP TO IT   Sitting and spitting. That’s what Rigley does all day. He wants to join in the hijinx, but also feels helpless —witnessing mishaps. He knows he’s made for a more purpose filled life; if only he could break free and be a real frog.
HILDA THE AQUA CHICK  Hippopotamus Hilda dreams of joining the elegant Aqua Chicks synchronized swim team. With practice and perseverance Hilda makes the squad but is rejected by the flock. When the team is invaded by an unwanted guest, Hilda's bulk and bravery proves she belongs.
Theme: Self acceptance.  Pre-published.
SMELL THOSE COOKIES!  Jolie aches for Grandma's love, hugs and cookies. When you're blind like Jolie, taste and smell transform cookies into memories. Jolie fears if she can't bake Grandma's cookies, Grandma will disappear forever. 
​Theme: Overcoming Obstacles. Pre-published.
PEPE PINATA Pepe Pinãta is excited for his first party but quickly learns it’s all about plundering, pillaging and candy pandemonium. With help from some friends, no more fighting fiesta; only fun. Theme: Cooperation and peaceful playing. Pre-published.
HEY THERE PINK BIRD, WHO DO YOU SEE?  Pink Bird is on the hunt for friends but is ignored when the other animals flutter, zip and slither without a peep, snap or hiss. When a chance meeting with a lurking Alligator stops Pink Bird in his tracks, something unexpected happens. Theme: Friendship. Concept: directional words. Back matter: Everglades animals.  Pre-published.
TANK SWIMS! Tank wants more than anything to jump in the pool with his friends, but he is afraid. With encouragement from Cruiser, fear turns to fun as Tank gets brave and takes the plunge. Theme: Bravery.  Concept: swimming lesson.
​Back matter: water safety tips for parents. Pre-published.
TWENTY TURKEYS CAME FOR THANKSGIVING  Animal lover Tonya, rushes to hide twenty turkeys right before her parents return from a turkey hunt empty handed. If they catch one glimpse of those turkeys, they'll be a feathered feast. Add and subtract frantic turkeys as they leap into hysterical hiding spots. Theme: Defending your beliefs & helping those in need.  Concept: STEM; Math skills. Pre-published.
 WHO WILL I BE TODAY? (excerpt from poem-pre published)  It's a great day to be a fish...   It is NOT a great day to be a fish...   It's a great day to be a bird...   It is NOT a great day to be a bird...
I'M RIDING MY BIKE IN THE RAIN  Poem & Illustration
 ...My coat open wide, My face getting wet, I’m a captain sailing, I won’t go home yet! Fun for Kidz magazine.
NEVER LEAVE THE TOILET SEAT UP  Poem & Illustration
​Pre-published.