Tall Girl Publishing Newsletter - July 13, 2026


Tall Girl Publishing Newsletter July 13, 2026

Publisher/Presentor

This summer, I took my late grandmother's advice to "keep your calendar full." Her philosophy was that if you keep your calendar full, you'll look back on your life with no regrets. However, I'm inclined to add one amendment: "while making sure your life is balanced."

Even though balance is sometimes challenging, I feel this has been accomplished. My calendar has been filled with Library visits, library presentations, vendor shows, early morning walks, publishing projects, and motorcycle adventures. Oh, let's not forget a new grandson, too!

I was surprised on one of my early morning walks... didn't expect this guy to be walking around. Yes, I turned around and went a different way!

Series Spotlight!

Summer Photos

Now Available!

Where the Kaleidoscopes Turn is now available! If you are local, you can find SIGNED COPIES of both hardcover and/or paperback formats, as well as the companion book, Kaleidoscope Coloring Book, at the following locations:

  • Kaleidoscope Factory, Pocahontas, IA
  • William and Wesley, Laurens, IA
  • Hen House, Spencer, IA
  • Picket Trail, Fostoria, IA
  • Splendid Treasures, Spirit Lake, IA
  • Brey's on Seventh, Estherville, IA
  • State Street Emporium, Algona, IA

If you are not local, you can find them on Amazon and most platforms that sell books.

​Where the Kaleidoscopes Turn​

Celebrating Cows at Splendid Treasure in Spirit Lake, IA

A Day in the Life of George

George's philosophy: "I must sit on everything." However, I doubt he would like to go for a ride.

2026 Sales Leader Board!

#5 - Kaleidoscope Coloring Book​

#4 - A B C Zoo!​

#3 - Where the Kaleidoscopes Turn​

#2 - Toddler Treasure Hunt​

#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

July 15 - 9:30 am - 11:00 am - Guest Author, Swea City Public Library, Swea City, IA

July 18 - 9:00 am - 4:00 pm - Vendor Show, Quasquicentennial, Rembrandt City Park, Rembrandt, IA

September 19 - 10:00 am - 3:00 pm - Vendor Show, Scarecrow Days, Akron, IA

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

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

November 21 - 10:00 am - 4:00 pm - Vendor Show, Cherokee, IA

Community Libraries That 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.


No Swaps this Month, But Here is My Catalog


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