From Feed Sacks to Fine Art

Claire Noland is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate the release of her new children's book "Nancy Best Had a Dress." She discusses the story, which takes place during the Great Depression and features illustrations by Angela Hawkins. Claire talks about how the book can spark conversations about sustainability and reusing materials. Host Jed Doherty provides marketing tips for authors, suggesting Claire target niche venues like quilt museums. Claire shares her volunteer work promoting literacy in Nicaragua and building a library. Both encourage supporting libraries and emphasize their importance for communities. They discuss Claire's other works, including "The Raven's Gift" and "Ev's Field Day," now available in Spanish. Claire invites listeners to learn more about her books and literacy efforts on her website and Instagram. Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com