"Welcome, Mac, to the Family" is here!
"Welcome, Mac, to the Family" is here!
Jo Ann and I are so pleased with this book! Jo Ann has discovered a whole new world of illustrating with AI technology, which I think enhances her talents all the more. I am so grateful that we could share Mac's story with other families with a little one waiting to come home from the NICU.
Mom’s Choice Award for Welcome, Mac, to the Family!
I’ve been thinking about…
…SIX!
SIX darling grands — of course!
Now, SIX Noanie Books!
Welcome, Mac, to the Family is published!
Jo Ann and I are especially proud of this book. I am gratified that Kate was so willing to share the story of Mac’s early birth so other families can have a way to talk with their little ones when the new baby has to stay in the hospital longer.
Watch this space for an interview with Mom's Choice! Coming this Fall.
As the book was in the pre-production phase, I read the copy to Mac on my IPad.
During our family vacation time, Mac would start the day with, "Noanie, read me the book about when I was born!"
What a joy as a writer to see his reactions — delight, concern, laughter! — as he followed the story. And there is no greater praise than to hear, "Read it again!
New Activity!
Take one your sentimental t-shirts and turn it into a work of art! Use old canvases, a staple-gun, and clothing (you know you have a drawer filled with special t-shirts) to create a wall-hanging special enough to share!
More on Story Quest next month! Preview the USA Today article here!
Noanie’s Books Make the Best Gifts!
