In my book, “Pickleball Problems,” a mother enrolls the main character, Ada, into a youth sports camp. She made that decision to help Ada gain confidence and meet new friends. Curious to know if parents I know have had a similar experience, I had a quick interview with Amy, parent of six-year-old Tyson. She explainedContinue reading “Four Ways that Sports Camps Can Help Kids”
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“Pickleball Problems” Is Ready for Pre-order
I’m excited to announce that my first writing project with Capstone, Stone Arch Books imprint, is ready for pre-order! Yay! It’s part of the popular Jake Maddox Sports Series. What is the Jake Maddox series? It’s a series of fiction chapter books for readers ages 8 – 11 and covers a variety of sports—from basketballContinue reading ““Pickleball Problems” Is Ready for Pre-order”
It’s National Reading Month and Women’s History Month
March is a double-dose of awesomeness because it’s National Reading Month and Women’s History Month. Woot! Fun Fact: In honor of Dr. Seuss, National Reading Month takes place in March because his birthday is March 2. What better way to support this month’s recognitions than to read a book that involves women’s history? Here areContinue reading “It’s National Reading Month and Women’s History Month”
Craft Fair, KidLit, and Connections
Many moons ago, I took a jewelry-making class while I lived in Washington, D.C. Here are a few things I made after taking the class. Around that time, I also worked with a couple of friends to make greeting cards. I thought, “it would be fun to sell the jewelry and cards at a craftContinue reading “Craft Fair, KidLit, and Connections”
Nico Waters 