VS Grenier ~ Award-Winning Author, Speaker & Podcaster

Mikey Brooks is a small child masquerading as adult. On occasion you’ll find him dancing the funky chicken, singing like a banshee, and pretending to have never grown up. He is the author/illustrator of several books including BEAN’S DRAGONS , the ABC ADVENTURES series, and author of the middle-grade fantasy-adventure novel, THE DREAM KEEPER . He spends most of his time playing with his daughters and working as a freelance illustrator. Mikey has a BS degree in Creative Writing from Utah State University. He is also one of the hosts of the Authors’ Think Tank Podcast . VSG: I want to thank you for being my guest here on The Writing Mama today. Mikey: It is my pleasure. I am happy to be on a show that helps promote writing for mommies and daddies. VSG : What do you do to help balance your writing life with your family life? Mikey: The best thing for me to do is remember that have more than one role in life and each of those roles requires my attention. Having

Brush Barry Brush Written by: Linda Valderrama R.D. H Illustrations by: Sudi Memarzadeh Publisher: Shirley’s Girl Publications ISBN Number: 978-0-578-06605-9 Publication Date: 1/2011 Book Blurb: Every parent knows that brushing after eating prevents tooth decay. Now, through vibrant and playful illustrations, this book will make teaching your child this basic yet very essential routine a fun and enjoyable experience. Together, you’ll love reading Barry’s story again and again! Brush Barry Brush is a children's book that helps instill in young children the simple, but important, notion to brush their teeth each time after eating. It's no wonder Brush Barry Brush is a 2011 International Book Awards Finalist. "The picture book is simple and bright, but it carries an important message..." ~San Diego Union This is only one of many recommendation Brush Barry Brush as received. This book will help young children stick with a regular routine of brushing and main