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MAGGIE & ROSALIND BUNN
Originally from South Louisiana, Rosalind Bunn is a veteran elementary school teacher. While she has dreamed of owning a bookstore, as the author of ten children’s books she is well on her way to filling the shelves with her own tales! Rosalind lives in Marietta, Georgia, with her family and a pet tarantula. This is her sixth collaboration with her daughter, Maggie Bunn.
Maggie Bunn now lives in Marietta, Georgia, but as a child, she joined her mother, Rosalind, on visits to many of the locations featured in this book. She loves reading, fishing, exploring, and sneaking lessons into her stories.
Keller Pyle’s colorful illustrations fill the pages of many books. With a passion for art, he earned a BFA in illustration from Savannah College of Art and Design. Pyle lives in Cartersville, Georgia, with his dogs, Hank and Rusty, and his collections of books, dinosaur toys, and tin robots. Contact Info
Please contact Pelican Publishing’s managing publicist Hampton Ryan at hryan@arcadiapublishing.com or call 904.671.5506
All Aboard, Florida!
Written by Maggie & Rosalind Bunn
Illustrated by Keller
Pyle
ON SALE: 10.21.2024
PRICE: $19.95
PAGES: 32
ISBN: 9781455627646
Embark on a magical journey through Florida’s diverse landscapes.
Join our young protagonist aboard the Panhandle Pullman for an unforgettable adventure filled with breathtaking sights and exciting discoveries. From the emerald waters of St. George Island to the historic streets of St. Augustine, each stop offers new wonders to explore. Taste the Tupelo honey, and marvel at the wildlife of the Florida Keys. Encounter manatees and sea turtles, alligators, crocodiles. Blast off at a NASA rocket launch! All Aboard, Florida! celebrates the beauty, history, and wonders of Florida in a captivating tale for children of all ages. Climb aboard and get ready for a journey of a lifetime.
What a magical way for children to learn about the marvelous diversity of the Sunshine State from alligators to manatees, space travel to pirate lore, the Panhandle Pullman train takes readers across Florida, leaving no story untold.
—Sally Bradshaw, owner, Midtown Reader Bookstore, Tallahassee
A colorful and creative journey through Florida engaging readers with its rhythmic, rhyming pattern. A great addition to storytime!
—Kate Seng, owner, Poe & Company Bookstore
Traveling through the Sunshine State has never been more fun! Young ones will learn the layout of the land through vivid illustrations and fun facts. From shark's teeth to seashells and manatees, your 'littles' will learn there's more to Florida than sunshine and oranges.
Erin Rovin, author
Feel the Florida sunshine on your face and the powder-sugar sand between your toes as you explore Florida on a Pullman car through the pages of this lovely book. Rhyming prose will capture the attention of children and adults alike, and the richly colored illustrations will make this book one for the favorites shelf.
Karen White, New York Times best-selling author
All Aboard, Tennessee!
Written by Maggie & Rosalind Bunn
Illustrated by Keller Pyle
PRICE: $19.95
PAGES: 32
ISBN: 9781455627301
A young boy rides the train through Tennessee’s beautiful, historic, and interesting landscapes. From the Blue Ridge to the Appalachian Ridge and Valley Region, the Cumberland Plateau, the Highland Rim, and the Nashville Basin, the narrator experiences the marvels of his home state. He hikes, fishes, and even tours Graceland!
All Aboard, Louisiana!
Written by Maggie & Rosalind Bunn
Illustrated by Keller Pyle
PRICE: $19.95
PAGES: 32
ISBN: 9781455626663
Young adventurers won’t want to miss out on this pictorial train ride across the state of Louisiana, with richly detailed illustrations introducing children to the state’s beautiful and historic treasures. At each stop across the five regions of Louisiana, riders will sample delicious dishes, share in the area’s unique culture, and meet the state’s wild residents.
All Aboard, Georgia!
Written by Maggie & Rosalind Bunn
Illustrated by Keller Pyle
PRICE: $19.95
PAGES:32
ISBN:9781455626144
Rosalind Bunn and her daughter, Maggie Bunn, collaborate with talented illustrator Keller Pyle for a ride across the state of Georgia. Ready for adventure, a young boy hops aboard a special train for a memorable journey visiting the state’s historic and visual treasures in a book suited for bedtime explorations and classroom education.
Once Upon a Zoo
Written by Maggie & Rosalind Bunn
Illustrated by Keller Pyle
PRICE: $19.95
PAGES: 32
ISBN: 9781455628209
Princess had it all, except for one thing.
Princess adores playing with her many stuffed animals. One day, Princess realizes something is missing . . . she needs a real pet! Determined to make Princess’s dream come true, Queen summons her subjects from far and wide to help find Princess a pet. Soon, amazing animals start arriving from all over. How will she choose just one?
A fun romp through the animal kingdom. This book will make you smile! Carlie Sorosiak, Author, Books Aren’t for Eating
A roaring review for Once Upon A Zoo; a whimsical royal on a quest, not for a tiara or a prince, but for the perfect pet! With its adorable illustrations and heartwarming message about companionship and belonging, Once Upon A Zoo is a winner for little animal lovers. Bunn and Bunn masterfully combine a riot of rhyming giggles with Pyle’s bright illustrations showcasing each animal’s hilarity and joy in being the perfect pet choice
Emily Matheis, Author, Opal’s Springtime Birdhouse
Beau’s Bayou Treasure
Written by Maggie & Rosalind Bunn
Illustrated by Michael P. White
PRICE: $17.99
PAGES:32
ISBN: 9781941879283
Following his Papoo’s old map, young Beau sets out in his canoe eager to find the treasure that awaits him. As he follows the map, he comes face-to-face with a giant snapping turtle, a spider, a catfish, and many more bayou creatures. As each gives him clues, Beau struggles to find his way to the riches he hunts. It just might be that he finds a true treasure more valuable than gold in this fable from the bayous.
1. How did collaborating together on children’s books start?
It started by accident. As a mom, I was reminiscing and looking through keepsakes and was reminded of Maggie’s creativity and writing voice. I had an idea that I’d been thinking of for a while and asked Maggie if she would like to work on the story together. Luckily, she said yes and Once Upon A…Zoo was created---our first picture book together.
2.Why did you choose to use a train in your latest series?
We were amazed at how many train enthusiasts there are and decided this would be a great way to showcase all the wonderful places in the states we have written about.
3.How does your process work when beginning a new picture book?
We outline the story together. With the All Aboard series, we research the different cultural and geographic regions of the state we are currently working on and divide the “regions”. After we have written our sections, we come together and revise and edit before submission to the publisher. Lots of emphasis on revision and editing…
4.Once the book is a reality, what do you enjoy the most?
Once the title is “in our hands”, we enjoy meeting and greeting readers at bookstores and gift shops and sharing our stories.
5.Are people surprised to learn that you are a mother/daughter team?
Yes! Often, new readers are surprised to learn that we are a mother/daughter team. They often ask if we argue a lot during the process and many wish that they could experience this kind of partnership.
6.When not working on a new story or promoting your titles, what are some things you like to do together?
We enjoy travel…especially to the places we write about in our titles. We love to join a local ghost/history tour and try the local fare.
7.What is the best advice you have received during your writing journey? Don’t give up!! Be ready to accept feedback to improve your writing and work hard to produce quality children’s picture books.
8.Do you have a favorite children’s book?
Maggie loved Where the Wild Things Are as a child. Rosalind enjoyed the Nancy Drew series.
9.What is your favorite place to visit in the latest in the series, All Aboard, Tennessee!? We especially enjoyed visiting Cades Cove and experiencing the wonderful animals that you may see when you visit.
10.Do you do anything to celebrate when the final edits have been sent?
We enjoy a great dinner and start thinking about, “what’s next?”.
