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A Book Cover Challenge
Today I challenged my illustrator, Alexandria, to help with the next Annie the Porcupine cover design. Now, let me be clear—I'm...
dneumann1972
May 111 min read
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Ode to the Missing Sock
Oh little sock, where did you flee? You left your twin, you left poor me. One moment warm, snug on my toes, The next—a puff! And no one...
dneumann1972
May 111 min read
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The Festival of Books and Creativity
As an author, there's always something exciting happening. From solo events, community craft shows or meet the author events with a room...
dneumann1972
Apr 72 min read
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Where The Red Fern Grows - A Favorite Novel
I was recently asked, "What is one of your favorite novels?" After thinking on it for a while, one book kept coming back to me: Where the...
dneumann1972
Mar 191 min read
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Kaiser Elementary School Visit
I had the pleasure of visiting Kaiser Elementary School in Roseville, where I introduced Annie the Porcupine to the entire K-5 school...
dneumann1972
Mar 182 min read
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The Joy of Reading with My Grandson
There's a special kind of magic that happens when you share a book with a child. It's a magic I've known before. First, with my own...
dneumann1972
Mar 81 min read
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Blue or White?
When I received two versions of the same illustration for my book, I thought it would be an easy decision. The only difference? The color...
dneumann1972
Feb 241 min read
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National Carrot Cake Day Poem By Annie the Porcupine
Hooray, hooray! It's finally here, The best day of the year! February third—let's cheer and shout, For carrot cake, there's no doubt!...
dneumann1972
Feb 31 min read
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Annie The Porcupine Book Four!
I've started collaborating with my illustrator for the fourth book in the Annie the Porcupine series. This is the book that wasn't meant...
dneumann1972
Jan 233 min read
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Ending 2024
As the year winds down, I’m reflecting on what’s been an amazing 2024, filled with book signings, connecting with readers, and sharing my...
dneumann1972
Nov 26, 20242 min read
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Festival Season
As the winter and holiday festival season approaches, so does the thrill of giving. Our homes are filled with warm lights, familiar...
dneumann1972
Nov 9, 20243 min read
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A Journey to the Lexington Book Bash
This weekend, I packed up the car, gathered my three porcupine companions: Annie, Cody and Julie, and set off on a road trip to the...
dneumann1972
Sep 9, 20243 min read
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Flights of Fantasy
As a writer, there are few experiences more rewarding than seeing your work published. But there's a unique feeling that comes from being...
dneumann1972
Jul 24, 20242 min read
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Clinton-Macomb Library
There’s a magical place where stories come to life, imaginations soar, and learning feels like an exciting adventure—welcome to the kids’...
dneumann1972
Jul 23, 20242 min read
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Attorney General Dana Nessel
Today, I had the honor of joining a group of like-minded individuals for a meeting with Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel. Our...
dneumann1972
Jun 7, 20242 min read
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Annie the Porcupine in the Classroom
Last week, I received a heartwarming message from an old friend, a fellow teacher I knew back in high school. She shared a story that...
dneumann1972
Jun 4, 20242 min read
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Cruising Porcupines
When I first decided to take stuffed Annie and Julie on my latest adventure, I felt a mix of excitement and trepidation. The plan was to...
dneumann1972
May 30, 20242 min read
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Packing For Vacation
As I sit here, making lists, packing bags, and feeling the familiar surge of excitement that comes with planning a vacation, I can't help...
dneumann1972
May 16, 20242 min read
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Springtime = Book Festivals
This week, I had the pleasure of spending some delightful spring days outside, enjoying the fresh air with my grandbaby. Spring has...
dneumann1972
May 3, 20242 min read
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Author Visits
I had the opportunity to read to several different groups of students over March is Reading Month. I always enjoy reading and sharing...
dneumann1972
Apr 1, 20241 min read
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