Beth Anderson, Children's Writer

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#AmericanRevolution250: “How George Washington’s Engineer Won a Battle Without Firing a Shot” by Darcy Pattison

February 27, 2026

We’ve got another revolutionary true story for you! Another example of how children’s books widen understanding, engage all ages, and invite us to consider the range of people who contributed to the American Revolutions and the challenges they faced. GIVEAWAY! For a chance to win a copy of GEORGE WASHINGTON’S ENGINEER: HOW RUFUS PUTNAM WON … More #AmericanRevolution250: “How George Washington’s Engineer Won a Battle Without Firing a Shot” by Darcy Pattison

Behind the Scenes: “Fake News?” by Patricia Newman

February 13, 2026

It’s a nonfiction writer’s worst nightmare! All your research, meticulous questioning, and writing suddenly hit with a sledgehammer of doubt…YIKES! It’s stressful just to think about it! But fortunately author Patricia Newman and her editor found their way through, and even added another layer of “interesting” to a gorgeous book! Fake News? by Patricia Newman … More Behind the Scenes: “Fake News?” by Patricia Newman

#AmericanRevolution250: “Revolutionary Virtue: How George Washington’s Weakness Saved a Nation” by Selene Castrovilla

February 6, 2026

Like a liberty bell, the relevance of history rings loud and clear in this timely post from author Selene Castrovilla. I absolutely love GEORGE WASHINGTON’S SPECTACULAR SPECTACLES and the deeper understanding it brings to the Revolutionary War on a personal level. GIVEAWAY! Q&A VIRTUAL VISIT with Selene! Leave a comment below for a chance to … More #AmericanRevolution250: “Revolutionary Virtue: How George Washington’s Weakness Saved a Nation” by Selene Castrovilla