Honored to be part of the Cynsations Survivors series that features long-time actively published children’s book creators. In 2019, I celebrated my 15th anniversary as an author. Since then, I’ve been blessed to create many more titles including One More Dino on the Floor, easy reader A Girl Named Misty about trailblazing ballerina Misty Copeland, the Jada Jones chapter book series and picture books Going Down Home with Daddy, Sing a Song: How Lift Every Voice & Sing Inspired Generations, Dream Builder: The Story of Architect Philip Freelon and Tiara’s Hat Parade. Hope’s Gift, illustrated by Don Tate, ties in with the 150th anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation. The Piedmont Laureate program is dedicated. During 2021, Starling Lyons will appear at virtual programming, including workshops, reading programs and speaking engagements, throughout Orange, Durham, and Wake counties. I read my stories to my mom, grandparents, aunts and uncles, whoever would listen. Kelly Starling Lyons, a Raleigh-based children’s literature writer, has been selected as the region’s 2021 Piedmont Laureate. Lewis, was inspired by my relationship with my grandma. Laying on my back against the green blanket of my grandparents’ yard, I stared at the cotton-candy clouds and let my mind take me wherever it wanted. Ellen’s Broom, illustrated by Daniel Minter, was inspired by a document I saw while researching family history in Rockingham County, NC and Henry County, VA. Putnam’s Sons celebrate freedom and family and explore the themes of hope, love and faith.
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