AUTHOR CHALLENGE

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Winner Announced March 7th, 2012

See who is the

Next Great Children's Book Author!

The winning author gets a publishing contract, $1500 cash,
and a library donated to the school of their choice!

The Finalists 

Gwendolyn  Conover Gwendolyn  Conover

Robot Party

By Gwendolyn Conover — benefiting Baldwin Elementary School Primary Center

Roboty is all charged up about his birthday party, but when the guests roll in his self-centered attitude spoils the fun.

Beth Arnstein Beth Arnstein

I'm Not Afraid of Anything

By Beth Arnstein — benefiting Moore Elementary School

A brave bather finds out what really happens when the water goes down the drain.

Terri Rowe Terri Rowe

Green Goo

By Terri Rowe — benefiting Holland Public Schools

This story follows the adventure of a small child as he tries to decide if he dares to try a new food. What will he do?

Ella Kennen Ella Kennen

The Reluctant Caterpillar

By Ella Kennen — benefiting Pioneer Bilingual Elementary

The only thing better than being a caterpillar is being a pupa. It's so good, Elliott might never leave.

LuAnn Kern LuAnn Kern

The Night the Tooth Fairy Didn't Come

By LuAnn Kern — benefiting Willow Ridge Elementary School

Sophie wonders why the Tooth Fairy didn't come and makes sure that it won't happen a second night!

Tanya  Valentine Tanya  Valentine

All Bears Need Love

By Tanya Valentine — benefiting Knight Elementary

Against the advice of the other animals, Mother Polar Bear adopts Baby Brown Bear when he arrives, alone and frightened, at City Zoo.

Gregory G. Allen Gregory G. Allen

Chicken Boy: The Amazing Adventures of a Super Hero with Autism

By Gregory G. Allen — benefiting Radcliffe Elementary School

A young boy with autism explains what goes on inside of his head as he assumes the role of a super hero.

Bobbi Gale Bobbi Gale

The Secret Police Dog

By Bobbi Gale — benefiting Southwood Elementary School- Old Bridge, NJ

THE SECRET POLICE DOG focuses on a dog who leads a secret life when his owner goes to sleep.

Lisa Rose Lisa Rose

Oh No! The Easter Bunny is Allergic to Eggs!

By Lisa Rose — benefiting Farmington Community School

The Easter Bunny is allergic to eggs and has to find someone to help him deliver the easter baskets.

Molly  Blaisdell Molly  Blaisdell

The Big Fuzzy Coat

By Molly Blaisdell — benefiting Sul Ross Elementary

Ava finds a magical coat. She plays make-believe in it all winter, but can’t stop when spring comes. She must find a way to give it up.

Kelly Ehasz Kelly Ehasz

Anna Abel Takes a Tumble

By Kelly Ehasz — benefiting Baker Elementary School

Anna is the typical 2-year-old looking to establish her independence. A fall on the playground gives her a setback, but not for long.

Bethany Telles Bethany Telles

Waiting for James in a Sea of Pink

By Bethany Telles — benefiting Webster Elementary School

Gavin is the only boy at his sister's birthday party. He is miserable, and is losing patience waiting for his best friend to show up!

Jennifer Young Jennifer Young

Poison Apple Pie

By Jennifer Young — benefiting Mary F. Janvier

Not all witches are good at their day jobs, especially Winka. She continues to look until she finds the right job in Fairy Tale Land.