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Presenting at the Lewis Carroll Society of North America
Let the adventure begin!
Once again, I have the joy of connecting with fellow lovers of Lewis Carroll—and let’s be honest, some of you are true Carroll connoisseurs! I’m thrilled to announce that I’ll be presenting at the Lewis Carroll Society of North America on Zoom, July 25, 2026, at 12:00 PM PDT / 3:00 PM EDT / 8:00 PM UK time.
This week marks a major milestone: we’ve finished “Alice and The Hidden 150!” Huge thanks to my brilliant co-author, Curie Ouser Mouse, and a special shout-out to my granddaughter, whose swim meets inspired many productive afternoons of editing that week's writing. Without Curie’s dedication and my granddaughter’s busy schedule, this book might never have happened. We’re incredibly proud of “Alice and The Hidden 150!” and can’t wait to hear what you think! And just a little nudge—Amazon reviews make a world of difference. You don’t have to buy from Amazon to leave one! I wonder what the first review will say?
The Sculpture is So Far Away
You might be thinking, “But I’m nowhere near the sculpture—how will I spot the hidden surprises?” No worries! If you’re a Lewis Carroll fan, you’ll recognize half of them already. Plus, Curie has sprinkled keys throughout the book to help you on your hunt.
You might be thinking, “But I’m nowhere near the sculpture—how will I spot the hidden surprises?” No worries! If you’re a Lewis Carroll fan, you’ll recognize half of them already. Plus, Curie has sprinkled keys throughout the book to help you on your hunt.
Two Presenters
I’m excited to be presenting alongside Jules Oami—a Los Angeles–based content creator and the creative mind behind @fortheloveofalice_!
I’m excited to be presenting alongside Jules Oami—a Los Angeles–based content creator and the creative mind behind @fortheloveofalice_!
See you soon on Zoom! Check the Lewis Carroll Society of North American website for all the details and the link to join the fun.
A Few more things
- If you’re posting on Facebook or Instagram about your Alice adventures, the book, or visits to the sculpture, please tag me!
- Got a group interested in a book signing or special event at the sculpture? Let me know! For larger gatherings, we can even reserve a table Betsy’s restaurant at Evelyn’s Park to make it extra special.
(And don’t worry—an intimate group of 10 or more is perfect!) - Want to have a group to your home or group for coffee, talking about Lewis Carroll and the book? I'm in. Let's book it.
- Do you want a zoom presentation? We can do that.
- If you’d like to review the book or know someone who might want to write a story about it, reach out—I’d absolutely love to connect!
Follow this link to the details on Zoom.
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!