Category Archives: Cooper and Packrat
Giveaway For Teachers and Librarians
In honor of wonderful educators everywhere, Islandport Press and I are running a special contest for teachers and librarians! For as long as I can remember, teachers and librarians have played a major role in my life by encouraging, nurturing, … Continue reading
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Cooper and Packrat News
I just received exciting news! The paperback edition of Mystery on Pine Lake, will be released September 18th!! Just in time for back to school!! I’m going to have a contest for teachers and librarians surrounding the release date. Check … Continue reading
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A Visit To Lake Region Book Club
Back on June 3rd, I visited Lake Region’s After School book club. Paula had contacted me to say they’d just finished reading Mystery of Pine Lake, and could I share the inspiration behind the series? Could I? It’s my favorite … Continue reading
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The Eagles Have Been Busy
The adult eagles are on and off the nest, bringing food to their two eaglets. They’re never very far away, keeping watch, keeping their little ones safe. Look at the difference in the talons in these next two pictures. Aren’t … Continue reading
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Fox Kit Research
The manuscript for Mystery of the Missing Fox might be in my editor’s hands for review, but that doesn’t mean the research stops. Especially when it involves fox kits. Truth be told, even without the story, I’d be researching them. … Continue reading
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Contest Winners!
Sorry it took so long to post the winners, but the campground store was hopping busy today! After the long, long winter, it felt awesome to have so many campers and readers in the building. First, I’d like to say … Continue reading
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COOPER AND PACKRAT~ Teacher & Librarian Appreciation Giveaway!
So very many reasons to celebrate this week ~ First off, it’s Teacher Appreciation week! I’ve met many amazing educators the last few years. I’m blessed to work in RSU16, a district in which the staff is not only knowledgeable, … Continue reading
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First Loon Sighting for 2015
Yesterday, as I walked the red-blazed trail through the campground and along the shoreline of Lower Range Pond, I looked out over the water and gasped! My loons were back! The ice had only been out for a day! … Continue reading
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Where Have I Been? Here, There and Everywhere!
I’ve been fortunate to visit a few schools full of readers and writers over the last couple months. And every visit was so special! In February, I was able to meet Librarian Lynn Howker and the 4th, 5th and 6th … Continue reading
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Fisher Mitchell’s One Book, One School Program
Cooper and Packrat had the distinct honor of being the book chosen for Fisher Mitchell’s One Book, One School Project 2015. Two hundred and sixty hardcover copies of Mystery of Pine Lake was distributed through the school, thanks to a … Continue reading
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