Happy Fourth of July, friends! Whether you're heading to a barbecue, watching fireworks, or just soaking up some summer sun, I hope today...

Looking for a fun and educational picture book that teaches literary devices? Ella, Benard, and the Marvelous Mountains is perfect for homeschool families and classrooms. This whimsical adventure introduces children to onomatopoeia, alliteration, personification, similes, metaphors, and hyperbole—through a story full of heart, imagination, and music. A must-have resource for teaching figurative language to kids ages 5–10.

When people hear I’m a self-published author and illustrator, and photographer they usually picture me cozied up with a cup of coffee,...