Hi I’m an indie author and illustrator of three children’s picture books. All of my books feature monsters, mythical creatures and cryptids. Check them out they are fun reads. Available on my website and Amazon. #booksky

Monster and Magic in the Blue Ridge Mountains is now available for PREORDER on my website www.whimsicalmythical.com
Preorders included signed paperback copies plus a BONUS limited edition art print! #booksky

I’ve given myself an unofficial challenge this year to illustrate a collection of mythical creatures with lush botanical surroundings and write a short story about them. Any guesses? Hint: the story and full picture will be available in my substack in February! #mythicalcreatures#storytelling

Working on a series of cryptid and mythical creatures large scale 18x24 paintings with marker and colored pencil. Working on these large pieces in between writing my books helps me stay balanced. What other creatures should I paint? #artists#kraken#mythicalcreatures#drawing #authorillustrator

“Celebrate nature with my Endangered Birds Boxed Set: 12 stunning cards + bonus card, complete with envelopes. Perfect for bird lovers & eco-conscious gifting! 🌿🦜 #EndangeredBirds #NatureArt #EcoFriendlyGifts #BirdLovers”

Introducing the cover of my third book releasing March 5th with preorders available Feb 5th on my website. This is a nonfiction picture book memoir about the superstitions, nature signs and folklore of the blue ridge mountains as taught to me by my grandparents. #booksky #booklovers #appalachia

I’ve launched a Substack!
Free: 1-2 posts/month with art news
Paid: 1-2 art tips + 1-2 short stories from mythical creatures
Founding Supporters: All content + quarterly surprise art products (prints, mugs, etc.).
Join me there to stay updated and support my work!
#Substack #ArtNewsletter

I created a beautiful 8x10 signed print of a Blackbird in the Paw Paw Tree that will be released with PREORDERS of signed copies of my newest book, Monsters and Magic in the Blue Ridge Mountains. PREORDERS available Feb 5th and the book releases on Amazon March 5th. #bookrelease#appalachianauthor

Lots of editing notes for the proof of my upcoming book, Monsters and Magic in the Blue Ridgr Mountains! Releasing March 5! #childrensnonfiction#appalachianvoices#childrensbooks

I can’t wait to share my third picture book story with you! It’s a nonfiction memoir geared towards ages 8-12 about the superstitions, folklore, and nature signs I learned from mg own grandparents while growing up in the blue ridge mountains. It releases March 5th! #childrensbooks#appalachia

Hello @bsky.app peeps! Are there any kidlit author-illustrator starter packs I could be added to? I would love to be connected to other children’s book writers, illustrators, and especially author-illustrator combos.My 3rd book is coming out in March! #kidlit#author#illustrator#kidlit

My books are available on Amazon! My first book is geared towards ages 4-8 and features cute cryptids and mental health. My second book is geared towards ages 8-12 and is a parody alphabet book with fun vocabulary, and monsters dealing with mental health. I’m seeing a theme…#childrensbookauthor

I’m fascinated with the backstories of monsters and mythical creatures. I recently started reading about the tragic story of Medusa and was inspired to write and illustrate some of what I read. I’ve been imagining what it would be like to be in her shoes and how she might feel. #medusa#monsters

I’m so proud to be an indie author and I usually enjoy the process. However it definitely has its highs and lows and is a LOT of work. I’d love to hear how other creative author-illustrators stay motivated when it feels like your momentum is stalling. #childrensbook#indieauthor#childrensillustration

I’ve been creating a lot of work this year to build my portfolio, to increase the patterns in my Spoonflower shop and to work on creating more books. End of the year reflections and planning has got me thinking of ways to sustain this momentum without burning out. What practices have helped you?

I’m a botanical artist AND a children’s book creator looking to connect with my audience. People who like magic and monsters, color, nature, and plants! I’m influenced by my local environment of North Carolina and the stories I grew up hearing in the blue ridge mountains of Virginia.

I’m very curious about this app. Jumping on board to see how it goes for me as a botanical artist and childrens book author. Hello blue sky world! What kind of place will you be?