ABOUT ME
Though my first name is Muriel, I've always been called Dee, my middle name.
My mom taught me to love books, beginning with Little Golden Books, Mary
Poppins, fairy tales, biographies and mysteries. My dad wrote cool poetry and
made up stories about Bobo the Bear, who always got into mischief like me. Hmmm.
My dad was a naval officer so we moved often. Living in Key West, I stayed outdoors
all day and learned to swim. I explored the beach and critters in the shore line.
I had pets - Siamese cats, birds, a cocker spaniel and two chihuahuas, but NOT ALL
AT ONCE. Then, I took riding lessons and learned to how to jump over fences.
I loved school, creating projects, painting and collecting...even weird things my tonsils. After I had surgery to
remove them, I proudly took them to school for Show and Tell.
After college, I taught elementary school, the best job ever. My students inspired me to write
for children. Now, I write the picture books, chapter books and middle grade novels. I am very interested in nature, animals, science, STEM topics, technology, art, space, conservation and
anything that sparks my curosity. I like field trips and meeting experts in their field who
help me with projects I'm working on.
I'm grateful for my wonderful husband, children and grandchildren, critique partners and many Kidlit
friends. I'm thrilled that Joyce Sweeney of The Seymour Agency represents me. Writing life is good.
for children. Now, I write the picture books, chapter books and middle grade novels. I am very interested in nature, animals, science, STEM topics, technology, art, space, conservation and
anything that sparks my curosity. I like field trips and meeting experts in their field who
help me with projects I'm working on.
I'm grateful for my wonderful husband, children and grandchildren, critique partners and many Kidlit
friends. I'm thrilled that Joyce Sweeney of The Seymour Agency represents me. Writing life is good.
FIELD TRIP -- UP CLOSE WITH DOLPHINS
On a visit to Key Largo, FL, I met Leo. This 19 year old resident has a pink belly, mosquito bites dotting his head, and a winning smile. Intelligent and friendly, Leo is a charmer. His skin feels slick, smooth, rubbery.We learned hand signals to make him glide by for a back rub, belly tickle, handshake, and even a dolphin smooch.
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Why do I write nonfiction and informational fiction -- KIDS LOVE IT!
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