Love is in the Air!

Yes, I love my cat. George has been with us for about 10 years now, and we think he is 13-14 years old. My husband and I adopted him from the Humane Society in Fort Dodge, IA. He is an independent kitty and knows what he wants. George is an indoor/outdoor cat, and these rare warm days throw him into bouts of spring fever.

For all of you dog people out there, I am a dog person, too. We switched from caring for dogs for many years to a cat--mainly because we travel more, and cats can be easier to care for with our busy schedules.

Book 2 in the Bright Beginnings for Little Learners Early Learning Series

​A B C Zoo!​

"A B C Zoo!" is a delightful alphabet adventure that invites young readers to explore letters through the exciting world of zoo animals.

From A is for alligator to Z is for zebra, each page pairs a bold letter with a fun animal friend to help little learners build early literacy skills. Perfect for preschoolers and early learners, this cheerful book encourages letter recognition, vocabulary growth, and a love of reading–all through colorful animals in their natural habitats.

Whether shared at bedtime, storytime, or in the car, "A B C Zoo!" makes learning the alphabet a joyful experience.

- Spark curiosity and observation skills

- Expand vocabulary as you discover new letters and animals

- Boost confidence and independence through identification

- Unlock the world of letters with each turn of the page

"A B C Zoo!" is the perfect addition to your child’s learning journey, featuring colorful illustrations and endless conversations. Join the adventure now and watch your child’s love for learning grow!

- Colorful illustrations

- Early learning skills development

- Perfect for curious preschoolers

- Book Two of the Bright Beginnings for Little Learners series

-Ages 1-4

​Toddler Treasure Hunt​

Discover a world of colors with your little ones as you embark on an exciting treasure hunt! This book combines the joy of seeking and finding with early learning skills, providing a fun and interactive reading experience for curious preschoolers.

• Learn colors while searching for hidden treasures
• Spark curiosity and observation skills
• Expand vocabulary as you discover new objects
• Boost confidence and independence by following directions
• Unlock the world of colors with each turn of the page

The Toddler Treasure Hunt is the perfect addition to your child’s learning journey, featuring colorful illustrations and endless possibilities. Join the adventure now and watch your child’s love for learning grow!

• Interactive seek-and-find adventure
• Colorful illustrations
• Early learning skills development
• Perfect for curious preschoolers
• Part of the Bright Beginnings for Little Learners series
• Suitable for ages 1-4

A Day in the Life of George

Elf on the Shelf? Nope, a Cat on the Shelf!

TikTok!

Yes, I'm trying out TikTok. My account is Tall Girl Publishing. Find me there and follow me!

When I'm Not Writing Books . . . I mess around with AI!

It is seriously crazy what AI can do, and downright scary that this is only the beginning of it.

I try to keep up with technology because it is the world in which my students live. But it is mind-boggling to think what changes my generation (GenX) has experienced.

The first computer I ever used was in my freshman year of college. We've transitioned from analog to digital — landlines to cellular, typing to speech-to-text, and from the first cell phones that could be plugged into the cigarette lighter in your car to smartphones, and the evolution of touch screens.

Lately, the trend has been to have AI transform your likeness into a scene that expresses a part of who you are, whether it's your job, a hobby, or a fantasy.

This is the AI-generated image of my jazz singing side gig. Enjoy! (There's always a part of your brain that says, I wish I actually looked that good) Ha!

2026 Sales Leader Board!

#5 - Millie Mammoth

#4 - The Snail That Wanted To Hop!

#3 - Charlie's Crabby Day

#2 - Counting Christmas Kittens

#1 - Cows With Bangs

Tall Girl Publishing Book Trailers on YouTube!

If you haven't seen these yet, take a look and share with your friends! Also, LIKE and SUBSCRIBE! Thank you:) The account name is Tall Girl Publishing.

Tall Girl Publishing Events - 2026

February 16 - 9:00 am - 11:00 am - Speaking Gig - 6th Grade Creative Writing Class, West Bend School, West Bend, IA

March 7 - 9:00 am - 2:30 pm - Vendor Show, St. Luke's Lutheran Church, Sioux City, IA

March 28 - 9:00 am - 3:00 pm - Vendor Show, Fairgrounds, Spencer, IA

April 25 - 8:30 am - 3:30 pm - Beyond the Books Author/Booksigning event, OLC Lutheran Church, Sioux Falls, SD

May 16 - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm - Frisky in the Field Author/Booksigning event, Event Center, Sheldon, IA

May 23 - 9:00 am - 3:00 pm - Vendor Show, Highland Hills Farm, Emmetsburg, IA

October 11 - 9:00 am - 3:00 pm - Vendor Show, Community Center, Westfield, IA

November 14 - 9:00 am 0 2:00 pm - Vendor Show, Wellness Center, Hampton, IA

Community Libraries Who Carry TGP Books

Author Swaps

In this section, I've featured authors who are promoting one of my books in their newsletters. I am doing likewise. Please take a moment to read about their books.

​Epic Basketball Stories Activity Book​

Looking for a way to spark your child’s love of basketball while keeping them off screens?

The Epic Basketball Stories Activity Book is packed with exciting puzzles and brain teasers designed especially for kids ages 8–12.

Inside, they’ll discover word searches, crosswords, mazes, sudoku, scrambles, and hangman games — all with a basketball twist.

This activity book is part of the Epic Sports Series, a collection designed to inspire kids through sports stories and activities. Not only does it entertain, it also builds focus, problem-solving skills, and creativity.

Whether your child is a casual fan or a die-hard hooper, they’ll have hours of fun while learning valuable skills.

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