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Craft, Book Reading & Perseverance in Action -Join author Tomeko Brown for a special school-age program at Eva Perry Regional Library!

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  Tomeko Brown at Eva Perry Regional Library March 30, 2026 | 5:00–5:45 PM | Apex, NC Join author  Tomeko Brown  for a special school-age program at Eva Perry Regional Library! Children in grades 3–5 will: Meet the author of  An Instrument for Florenda Explore themes of perseverance and community Learn how stories connect to real life Create a fun Perler bead instrument craft This interactive program encourages creativity, resilience, and collaboration.  Location: Eva Perry Regional Library 2100 Shepherd’s Vineyard Drive Apex, NC 27502  Free event. No registration required. Come ready to imagine, create, and be inspired!  View Library Event Details https://www.wake.gov/events/3rd-5th-special-author-event
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As Featured in Parents.com

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I recently shared insight on how aunts and uncles can meaningfully support parents and strengthen family bonds. Community plays an important role in raising confident children something I deeply believe in as both a mother and author. Join in the conversation here:   What Aunts and Uncles Can Do to Actually Help Parents
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An Instrument for Florenda Hits #87 on Amazon…

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 Thank you to everyone who helped make this happen. Grab your copy today!! An Instrument for Florenda: Brown, Tomeko, Smallwood, Christopher, Kim, YoungJu: 9798218513450: Amazon.com: Books
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Chatting with Charlie Simon: Writing for Kids, An Instrument for Florenda & Believing in Yourself

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  I had such a great time being interviewed by 12-year-old Charlie Simon on Between the Lines!   Her questions were thoughtful, fun, and reminded me why I love writing for kids. We talked about An Instrument for Florenda, the power of perseverance, and how stories can help kids believe in themselves.   Listen now:
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Featured in The Bump parenting article

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I’m honored to be quoted in The Bump about my experience using the hospital nursery after my daughter’s birth. Read the full article and my reflections here. https://www.thebump.com/a/what-are-the-different-types-of-nurseries-in-the-hospital
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🎶 Author featured in Wake County library collection 🎶

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I’m thrilled to share that my book,  An Instrument for Florenda  (Second Edition), has joined the JFIC Stand Alone Collection at Wake County Public Libraries—alongside beloved titles like  Wonder . To be part of a collection that celebrates stories with heart and lasting impact is deeply humbling. Florenda’s journey—from dreaming of a clarinet to finding her voice through music—is a reflection of every child who dares to believe in something bigger than their circumstances. I wrote this story to honor that spark. As I often say:  “The sounds of today are tomorrow’s inspiration.”  — Tomeko Brown, Author Visit my website at  https://tomekobrown.com/
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Children’s Book writing Resources

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  FREE EVENT! THE SECRET LIVES OF PICTURE BOOKS-Society for Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators  British Isles -Mon 28 Apr 2025 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM BST The Secret Lives of Picture Books – SCBWI .
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