Story time and Book signing with Terri Leedom and Ryan O'Connor

Book signing with Illustrator Clint Hansen

Book Signing with Monsignor Frank Bognanno, author of Three Minutes with God

Book signing with Ann Hanigan Kotz

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Please join us on December 2nd from 1 to 3 pm as authors Terri Leedom and Ryan O'Connor read and sign their adorable children's books.Terri Leedom lives in West Des Moines. As a child, she enjoyed drawing and writing stories. When Terri&rsquo;s mother was diagnosed with dementia, she was inspired to write My Silly Granny, a light-hearted children&rsquo;s book based on her experiences. Terri enjoys spending time with her family and romping with her granddogs. She also enjoys traveling, photography, music, dancing, and the Green Bay Packers. Ryan, who has a master's degree in education, has spent the past fifteen years teaching English to students of all ages in the United States and China. When Ryan is not writing or teaching, he travels the world searching for adventure and learning about different cultures. These experiences helped shape his books-positive and uplifting stories for children ages 4-7.

My Silly Granny

Bobby the Bear and His Big Surprise

Bobby the Bear Helps Build a Nest

Illustrator <a href="http://www.clinthansen.com/page/clint.php" target="_blank">Clint Hansen</a> will be here to read and sign his debut children's picture book. Mr. Hansen is a native Iowan based in Urbandale. He's a fifth generation artist&nbsp;with artwork in the permanent collections of both the U.S. Capitol and Iowa State University.&nbsp;Book Cook&nbsp;is an enchanting holiday tale of twins searching for the perfect gift for their mother and finding Christmas magic. A great gift that might just spark a new holiday tradition for your family.

The Book Cook

Come and meet local author, <a href="https://www.annhkbooks.com/" target="_blank">Ann Hanigan Kotz</a>! Her <a href="https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/%22Ann%20Hanigan%20Kotz%22?Ntk=P_key_Contributor_List&amp;Ns=P_Sales_Rank&amp;Ntx=mode+matchall" target="_blank">Olsen family saga</a> is at once a deeply personal story of family and legacy, and a sweeping epic covering multiple historical events. Ann will have both the first novel and her upcoming sequel available to have signed just in time for the holidays. These books are sure to be a hit with any historical fiction reader.Ann Hanigan Kotz is a retired teacher who resides in Adel, Iowa, with her husband, John. She was born and raised in Denison, Iowa, on a farm southwest of town with her parents and five siblings. As a girl, she spent her summers reading at the Carnegie Library and spent time with her maternal grandparents, Glenn and Alice Olson, on their farm, visiting other Norwegian families in the Loess Hills area. Ann remembers well her grandparents taking her to Soldier, Iowa, to visit her great-grandfather, Tingvald Olson. The smell of his pipe and the sound of his fiddle found their way into this story.

The Journey of Karoline Olsen

Sons & Daughters: A Novel

We're very excited to announce that&nbsp;Monsignor Frank Bognanno will be here on Saturday, December 2nd from 4 to 6 to sign his popular devotional, <a href="https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/three-minutes-with-god-monsignor-frank-bognanno/1142006184?ean=9781632534262" target="_blank">Three Minutes With God</a>!&nbsp;Monsignor Bognanno is a retired priest in the Des Moines Diocese who served the community for 56 years. Three Minutes with God is adapted from the Monsignor's television segments, "Thought of the Day," and each day's entry features a scripture passage, a thoughtful reflection, and a brief prayer to revive your spirit. There couldn't be a better time to pick up a copy for you and your loved ones as we head into the Christmas season and the new year.

Three Minutes with God: Reflections to Inspire, Encourage, and Motivate

Do you want to hone your writing craft? Join the Jordan Creek Writers Group!  All ages and writing styles are welcome at our weekly meetings. No registration is required. Free of Charge.  Ask a bookseller for details.  

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