Beaumont, Texas - January 26, 2009
Martha Hannah & Larry Dowell presented a one-day intensive versions of their innovative writing workshop, 'E-Books: Bringing a Story to Life - Writing, Creating & Presenting An Interactive E-book'. The librarians wrote their stories, storyboarded them, and designed and created e-books incorporating text, images, sound effects and music and adding movement to text and images. At the end of the workshop, they presented their e-books to the group. They took their completed e-book to share with their students.

Martha Hannah & Larry Dowell's Popular Booth at Texas Library Association Conference Draws Crowds

Dallas, Texas - April 18, 2008
Martha Hannah and Larry Dowell participated in the Texas Library Association Conference, one of the country's largest literary conferences, held this year in Dallas, Texas, on April 15-18. This was Martha and Larry's sixth year to be a part of this prestigious event. Their booth, designed with a Medieval/Renaissance theme, drew crowds of fans and friends. Martha and Larry signed copies of their book, 'The Ghost of Hampton Court', talked with many people from across the country and chatted with fellow authors and publishing professionals. Their book 'accessories', including the Librarian Action Figure and the Shakespeare Action Figure, were big hits, as was Rose Williams book, 'Gods and Other Odd Creatures'. Martha also shared a few of her medieval jokes, which will be included in her new book, 'A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Joust'. 

Martha Hannah & Larry Dowell Participate in the Best Southwest Bookfest

Cedar Hill, Texas - March 29, 2008
The Best Southwest Bookfest, a collaboration of the public libraries of Cedar Hill, DeSoto, Duncanville, Lancaster and the University of North Texas- Dallas was held in Cedar Hill, Texas March 27, 28 and 29. Martha and Larry presented their 'From Idea to Print' workshop and a presentation of 'Medieval Ghosts & Very Old Jokes'; and they signed copies of their book, 'The Ghost of Hampton Court'. 

Martha Hannah & Larry Dowell Participate in the Central Texas Library System Showcase

Austin, Texas - January 15, 2008
The Central Texas Library System, a collaboration of 77 member libraries and library districts and 13 nonmember libraries, showcased talent – from literary speakers to animal experts to magicians to storytellers to musicians at their annual event, held this year in Rockdale, Texas. Martha and Larry signed copies of their book, 'The Ghost of Hampton Court' and discussed their educational programs with the area librarians. Martha performed in the showcase, presenting a preview of her unique mix of history, social studies and humor.

CicadaSun Announce the Release of Rose Williams' Latest Book 'Gods and Other Odd Creatures'

Austin, Texas - December 1, 2007
‘Gods and Other Odd Creatures- As the Greeks & Romans Saw Them’ is a light-hearted look at Greek and Roman gods and at how these gods were perceived and interpreted by their believers. Rose approaches this subject with tongue in cheek and informs with humor and thoroughness. She handles the subject with skill and flourish and expertly conveys the balance of cynicism and reverence with which the Greeks and Romans viewed their gods.

‘Gods and Other Odd Creatures' is scheduled for a January, 2008, release but advance copies can be ordered now.

Martha Hannah & Larry Dowell Participate in the SCBWI Winter Book Fair at Barnes & Noble Lakeline

Austin, Texas - November 20, 2007
Warm and inviting, Lakeline’s cosmopolitan Barnes & Noble was the perfect location for the Society of Children’s Book Writers & Illustrators Winter Book Fair on November 18th and for Martha and Larry to sign copies of their book, ‘The Ghost of Hampton Court’. The signing tables surrounded the café. Fragrances of warm gourmet coffee wafted over them while they chatted with a great mix of wonderful interesting and literate people including Albertina and Sigrid from Italy and Germany (which made Martha and Larry homesick for European travels). Retired teacher and Wheeling, West Virginia native, Karen dropped by to talk. Excited about their book and their arts-in-education participatory teaching, Karen also loved the approach of Larry’s amazing illustrations in our book. Also participating in the book fair were many talented Austin SCBWI members which included Lila Guzman, Brian Anderson, Francis Hill, Christy Stallop and Janice & Tom Shefelman, just to name a few. Organized by SCBWI members Donna Bratton, Tim Crow & Carmen Oliver, the SCBWI Winter Book Fair was most enjoyable and certainly a big success!

Martha Hannah & Larry Dowell Participate in Giddings Word Wrangler Book Festival

Giddings, Texas - September 14, 2007
As a part of the Giddings Word Wrangler Book Festival, Martha Hannah & Larry Dowell visited the Giddings Intermediate School and presented their 'From Idea to Print - The Making of "The Ghost of Hampton Court"' workshop to the 4th, 5th and 6th graders. They also participated in the festival, which was held at the Giddings Public Library & Cultural Center. Martha was one of the featured authors and presented a program at the festival. 

Martha Hannah & Larry Dowell Present Interactive E-Book Workshop at Harker Heights Public Library

Harker Heights, Texas - July 26, 2007
Martha Hannah & Larry Dowell presented two four-day versions of their innovative writing workshop, 'E-Books: Bringing a Story to Life - Writing, Creating & Presenting An Interactive E-book'. The students successfully wrote their stories, storyboarded them, and designed and created e-books incorporating text, images, sound effects and music and adding movement to text and images. At the end of the workshops, they presented their e-books at an evening showcase for the community.

Martha Hannah & Larry Dowell Are Featured Presenters at the Dallas International Book Festival

Dallas, Texas - July 8, 2007
Martha Hannah & Larry Dowell presented their 'From Idea to Print - The Making of "The Ghost of Hampton Court"' workshop at the Dallas International Book Festival. They also participated in panel discussions on the business of writing and illustrating books.