It’s time to celebrate. Yippee! Nan Carlton’s first picture book, Huck, Chuck, & Bruce: At the Shore, is 1 years old.

Nan Carlton expresses her affinity for the common daffodil.

Nan Carlton recounts the day that she and John met an elderly gentleman at a local bookstore.

Nan shares excerpts from and recommendations for a few of the middle-grade novels she read in 2024.

Nan Carlton reflects on a recent trip through the mountains of North Carolina.

Nan remembers the fun and laughter that accompanied her journey as a rookie author and illustrator during 2024.

Nan Carlton reflects on the lyrics of a traditional Thanksgiving hymn and on her reliance on God to supply all her needs.

Nan Carlton reflects on the joy she receives from packing shoeboxes for Samaritan’s Purse Operation Christmas Child.

Nan Carlton reflects on childhood memories of the apple tree in the backyard of her childhood homeplace.

Nan Carlton is pleasantly surprised to receive a letter from Huck, a character in her first book.

Nan Carlton reflects on three recent chance encounters at a fast-food restaurant.

Nan Carlton dreams of the day when she holds a copy of her second picture book in her hands.

As Nan Carlton awaits the upcoming release of You Can’t Judge a Bee by Its Color, she introduces readers to the characters of her second picture book.

Nan Carlton remembers her first encounter with a fellow author at a writing conference.

Nan Carlton fondly recalls weekly summertime visits from the bookmobile during her childhood.

Photo credit: NC Digital Heritage center (1960)

An unexpected botany lesson helps Nan Carlton put her writing journey into perspective.

Nan Carlton ponders the beauty of springtime and the lyrics of a favorite hymn.

Nan Carlton introduces Melissa Prior—an invaluable part of her publishing team.

Nan Carlton expresses gratitude to the folks involved in the shipping and delivery of her books.

Nan Carlton shares sweet memories of a serendipitous encounter.