Day 8: Doreen Spicer-Dannelly

doreenspicerDoreen Spicer-Dannelly may be a new name in children’s literature, but for a long time she has created wonderful programs for kids. The Proud Family. Her. Jump In! Her again. TheWannabes. You got it.  It’s exciting that she’s now a middle-grade author.

Her debut, Love Double Dutch, is a fast-paced story of sisterhood, collaboration and competition, empowerment, faith and finding your inner shine. It follows Brooklyn girl MaKayla to a summer in Charlotte that becomes a journey of self-discovery. This sweet read hits shelves on April 3 and has already landed on School Library Journal’s list of   18 2018 Middle Grade Books to Have on Your Radar.

The launch of Love Double Dutch will kick off a national tour. Along with having readings, photo ops and signings, Doreen has teamed up with the National Double Dutch League:  “Kids will learn social skills, teamwork and…

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