Stuck indoors? Snowed in? Now’s the time to use those gift cards and treat yourself to a book or two or three! #literacy #readingtogether #picturebooksharing

12 Days of Gertie & Wiley Author’s Pick If I could wrap up one message from both books, it’s this: believe in yourself and lift others along the way. 💫 🔖 #AuthorLove #HolidayInspiration #KidsLit #CourageAndKindness

🎁 12 Days of Gertie & Wiley. Even the smallest of voices can make a difference. Lesson from Gertie. A beautiful reminder for little readers this holiday season. #kindlikeGertie #kindnesscounts #inspirechikdren

Day 8 — Cozy Storytime Lights twinkling, cocoa steaming, pages turning. ✨ Make storytime sparkle with Gertie and Wiley! 🔖 #CozyReads #FamilyReading #WinterMagic #ReadTogether

🎁 It’s the 12 days of Gertie & Wiley Books are the gifts that last long after the holidays. Stories that inspire courage and kindness all year long. #giftofreading #holidaybooks #kidsbooklove

It’s the 12 Days of Gertie & Wiley! Meet Wiley. Wiley’s ready for Spring Training —and the holidays! ⚾️🎄 Two Wins for Wiley celebrates teamwork, friendship, and trying something new! 🔖 #TwoWinsForWiley #WinterReading #baseballkids #TeamworkWins

Countdown Begins 🎁 It’s the 12 Days of Gertie & Wiley! Twelve days of courage, teamwork, and holiday cheer! Let’s kick off the season with two picture-book friends who remind us: big hearts make the biggest difference. 💖 🔖 #HolidayReadingCountdown #GertieSavesTheDay #TwoWinsForWiley #KidLit

Some lucky children will be getting a gift of a paperback, crayons, book mark, stickers, activity book and the audio book. Gift giving made easy! #ChristmasCountDown #ChristmasPresents #ChristmasReading #ChristmasBreak #ChristmasGiftIdea #ChristmasShopping #StockingStuffer

This is it! ⏰ Black Friday pricing on Gertie & Jeff’s Activity Book ends TONIGHT! Don’t let Gertie down… she saved the day once, but she can’t save this deal 😉 Shop before midnight! #LastChance #BlackFridayFinalCall

What readers are saying …. “My kids LOVE Gertie & Jeff! These activities keep them busy and smiling.’ — Early Reader 💛 Grab your Black Friday copy while the sale lasts! Link in bio 🎨🐾” #newrelease #activitybook #creativity #imagination #coloring #puzzles #mazes

Let’s make this the holiday special by sharing a book with a child. Not sure a book can stand up to a toy? Check out my blog. #picturebooks #reading #literacymatters

Indie authors are small businesses because we are responsible for all aspects of creating, marketing, and selling their books. Perhaps you could support an indie author by leaving a review or share this post. #grateful #thankful

Gertie and Jeff’s Activity Book is delayed. I do not have a new launch date yet, but stay tuned! Do you think it has anything to do with Mercury in Retrograde? Thanks for your patience. #newactivitybook

Something fun is coming! Gertie and Jeff are back — and this time they’re bringing coloring pages, puzzles, mazes, word searches, and activities perfect for ages 4–8. Stay tuned… the big reveal is coming soon! #KidsActivityBook #ChildrensBooks #PictureBookAuthor #gertiesavestheday

Behind the Scenes- Ever wonder how an activity book is created? Here’s a peek behind the scenes of Gertie and Jeff’s Activity Book coming 11/24! #KidsActivityBook #ChildrensBooks #PictureBookAuthor

Meet Gertie, the brave and clever groundhog who inspires children to problem-solve with kindness. 💛 She brings the same energy to the activity book — encouraging kids to try new things and have fun along the way. #KidsActivityBook #ChildrensBooks #PictureBookAuthor #GertieSavesTheDay #indieauthor

Meet Gertie, the brave and clever groundhog who inspires children to problem-solve with kindness. 💛 She brings the same energy to the activity book — encouraging kids to try new things and have fun along the way. #KidsActivityBook #ChildrensBooks #PictureBookAuthor #GertieSavesTheDay #indieauthor

Behind the Scenes- Ever wonder how an activity book is created? Here’s a peek behind the scenes of Gertie and Jeff’s Activity Book coming 11/24! #KidsActivityBook #ChildrensBooks #PictureBookAuthor

Something fun is coming! Gertie and Jeff are back — and this time they’re bringing coloring pages, puzzles, mazes, word searches, and activities perfect for ages 4–8. Stay tuned… the big reveal is coming soon! #KidsActivityBook #ChildrensBooks #PictureBookAuthor #gertiesavestheday

There are so many ways to heal. Acupuncture is one But it is often underrated by many. Want to learn more? Pick up a copy of Two Wins for Wiley. #baseball #sportsinjuries #healing #wellness

Happy I ❤️ to Write Day! I am working on revisions. What are you writing? Tell me below! #i❤️writing #childrensbookauthor #revising

Happy World Kindness Day! If you are looking to share a book about kindness, Gertie Saves the Day is for you. Even after being teased about her size, Gertie chooses kindness! #kindness #kindnessiscontagious #beingkindiscool

Young Readers Day is for reading with children, reading to children, and getting children interested in books. What are some of your favorite holiday books to share with children? #picturebooks #reading #youngreaders #readingwithkids

Happy Tongue Twister Day! Share these with a child today. #tonguetwisters

November is for writing and it is not too late to start. I am gently nudging you to write something this month. You can find my tips on my November is for Writing blog! #writing #i❤️writing

Happy National Children’s Book Week Organized by Every Child a Reader Celebrations include author and illustrator appearances, read-alouds, and activities, with a different theme each year. #readingisasuperpower #childrensbookweek

National Authors’ Day in 2025 is an annual celebration for authors and their contributions to literature. You can celebrate by reading a book, supporting your favorite author, or participating in events like author meet-and-greets and book sales. #nationalauthorsday #i❤️writing #authors

#Happy Halloween! 🎃 👻 #HalloweenFun #HalloweenNight #Boo #Scary

What a special treat for a child to receive a book. It is the gift that keeps on giving. Reading a book to a child creates the best memories. Treat someone you love to a book today! #bestseller #awardwinning #picturebooks #indieauthor

No tricks just treats! Treat a child to a good book, better than candy and a gift that can be read over and over again. #halloween #ghosts #boo #books #trickortreat🎃

This is only a partial list of ways we write. What others can you add? #writing #writingday #iamwriting

Happy Birthday Wiley! What an adventure we have been on together! Children love your story and I love sharing it. If you have not read it yet, it’s perfect reading for the upcoming World Series. #baseball #baseballglove #militaryfamily #courage #acupuncture.

These books are definitely calling #teachers #parents #librarians and most of all #children. Take some time today to read to a child.

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For the baseball fans in your family or classroom! #picturebooks #family #teachers #librarians #baseball⚾️ #baseballlife⚾️ #baseballgloves #baseballplayoffs