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It’s Here! My New Book- Alice and the Hidden 150
It’s finally here—Happy Alice in Wonderland Day!
While Americans celebrate Independence Day today, July 4th also marks a whimsical anniversary: On this day in 1862, the story of Alice in Wonderland was first told in England. That’s why we celebrate Alice in Wonderland Day as well!
Today feels like the perfect occasion to announce that my book, “Alice and The Hidden 150,” is now available! For those who may not know, I created a bronze scene depicting Alice in Wonderland’s iconic Mad Hatter tea party, made possible through the generosity of the Rubenstein brothers. The sculpture has delighted visitors in Evelyn’s Park in Bellaire, Texas, since its installation in 2018. Yet, most people don’t realize I secretly hid 150 objects within the sculpture to honor the story’s 150th anniversary.
Many have asked me for a list of the hidden items, but I wanted to inspire curiosity, adventure, and a love of reading—so I never offered a full checklist. (I do have a short list for birthday parties!) Thankfully, with the help of my imaginative and generous friend, Curi Ouser Mouse—my co-author—I was able to transform all my ideas into a book.
I must also thank my granddaughter. Watching her at swim meets—where long stretches of waiting punctuated her races—inspired me to find something meaningful to occupy my time. For a year, Curi and I brought drafts of our chapters to these meets and proofread them poolside. Now, after all that work, the book is complete! Rather than listing every hidden item (where’s the fun in that?), the book invites readers to hunt for clues through keys, text, and images. It’s a delightful adventure for individuals and families alike.
If you’d like to host a book signing at your event or neighborhood, or to meet as a group in the park, I would be delighted to do so! Please reach out through my website’s contact form.
And here’s a little secret: I’m turning some of these hidden objects into Christmas ornaments, with one or two new designs released each year—more details on that soon! For now, the book is available on Amazon and possibly at your local retailer. If you know a small bookshop that might be interested, please ask them to carry the book and let me know—I’d love to visit and present. Happy hunting, and may your adventure be wonderfully curious!