
Storytime with Summer – Petunia the Perfectionist
Storytime with Summer is a fabulous YouTube channel for little bookworms. Summer McKenna does such a wonderful job bringing children’s books to life with her
This page brings together interviews, press features, and media appearances that highlight my children’s books and the stories behind them. From TV segments to podcast conversations and articles, these features explore themes of confidence, emotional growth, and big feelings—along with the heart that inspires my work.

Storytime with Summer is a fabulous YouTube channel for little bookworms. Summer McKenna does such a wonderful job bringing children’s books to life with her

The fabulous Fox 9 Good Day hosts welcomed me on the show this morning to discuss my new book, Petunia the Perfectionist. Here’s the link

Petunia the Perfectionist earns a Five-Star Book Review Award from Litpick.

My upcoming and 3rd children’s book, which is titled Petunia The Perfectionist, is currently in the illustration stage. Wait until you see how gorgeously my illustrator, Ellie Beykzadeh, is bringing Petunia and her world to life.

On December 1, 2023 I joined Eric Ortiz for the Southwest Connector’s first Let’s Connect Coffee Series. We chatted about the importance of human connection and so much more.

I’m thrilled to share the that Stella’s Brave Voice was recently reviewed by The Children’s Book Review.

The Only Me has been named a finalist (earning 5 stars) in the 3-7 category of the Autumn 2023 Reader’s Choice Book Awards.

Every once in a while an opportunity comes along that feels like a dream. This was certainly one of those circumstances. My local community paper, The Southwest Connector, asked me to be their first guest in their brand new conversation series, “Let’s Connect.”

I’m so excited to announce that Stella’s Brave Voice has been named a recipient of the Mom’s Choice Awards®, earning a Gold level award. What

Stella’s Brave Voice Receives 5-Star Review from Litpick Book Reviews
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This book is PERFECT for perfectionists (children and grown-ups!) and belongs in classrooms, libraries, and every child’s bookshelf.
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Stella’s Brave Voice follows the twins from The Only Me and has earned a 5-star Book Review Award from Litpick and Reader’s Favorite.
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The Only Me was named one of the top 100 indie children’s books of 2022 by Kirkus Reviews and earned a 5-star Book Review Award from Litpick.
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