As my 4 year old grand-son says “Happy Christmas!” 

It has been so exciting this year. And I wish I had another month to squeeze in. I have stayed very busy writing and illustrating. There are so many stories still on the drawing board. I have changed my system of production. Instead of doing 90% of the writing first then 100% of the illustration, I have written a story and then done the illustration for that story, It feels like it is taking longer, and it probably is, for there are many more pictures for these stories than there were in the previous three books. Did I say Three books? Yes indeed. Book 1: Cranium City, Book 2: The Land of Window Shade, Book 3: Stories from Cranium City Park. yes it will be out, if not by Christmas 2011, just after the new year!  Book number 4 has a working title of: Library Land Cranium City Style. Some of the beloved characters from Cranium City will be back to share stories from their favorite areas of the Library. Rollie Pollie  the book cart will help get your from area to area is the swiftest of time. There will be many new friends who will share their stories with you. 

I hope you have enjoyed the books so far. I plan on a lot more heading your way. Have a wonderful December and enjoy all its holidays.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

MelInda