Jennifer
Swanson, award winning author of the Penny and Rio series of children's
books has recently signed with Mariposa Press Inc. for distribution of
her titles throughout France.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Jennifer
Swanson, Award Winning Author Of The Penny And Rio Series Of
Children’s Books, Signs With Mariposa
Press Inc. For Distribution Throughout France
Jennifer Swanson’s award winning Penny and Rio early chapter
book series features interactive books that lead to exceptional
learning. Swanson’s books, already translated into Thai and
distributed in Thailand, will now be distributed in France
[March 3, 2010,
Jacksonville FL] Jennifer
Swanson, author of the highly acclaimed Penny and
Rio series of children’s books, recently signed with Mariposa
Press Inc. for distribution of her titles in English language
bookstores throughout France.
"Children around the world will be delighted with the ingenuity of
these two dogs,” stated Ms. Swanson, “as they solve
mysteries and go on adventures right from their own backyard.
Great for classrooms or home school, these award winning early chapter
books will provide engaging entertainment while also creating
exceptional learning opportunities. I am very happy to be working with
Mariposa Press."
Mariposa Press Inc. will be handling distribution of Ms.
Swanson’s titles to English language bookstores throughout
France. Mariposa will also be representing Swanson’s titles
at France’s main book expo, the Salon du Livre.
Mariposa Press Inc. has been in business for over 29 years. Laurie
Blum, President of Mariposa Press Inc., has worked as both a book
packager and editor with industry leaders such as Harper Collins, Simon
and Schuster, and Henry Holt. Ms. Blum has over 63 titles to her credit
and has sold millions of copies of her books.
Ms. Swanson’s books have won numerous industry awards. Both
of her books, Penny and Rio: The Mysterious Backyard Meeting, and
Penny and Rio: The Locked Doghouse Mystery, have won a Mom’s
Choice Silver Awards for Juvenile Fiction – Early Reader. The
Mom’s Choice Awards esteemed panel of judges includes
educators, media and other experts as well as parents, children,
librarians, performing artists, producers, medical and business
professionals, authors, scientists and others. They have
both been awarded The Dove Foundation’s Family-Approved
Seal.
In addition to writing books about dogs, Jennifer is committed to
helping animals. She firmly believes in adopting dogs, and has taught
her children the same values. In support of this goal, Jennifer donates
a portion of her proceeds to a local Jacksonville pet rescue
organization, G.R.E.A.T Rescue. The organization rescues and
rehabilitates golden retrievers and places them in their new and
forever homes. Jennifer has also recently teamed with Pawsitive Pets, a
local organization that takes dogs into schools to help children learn
to read.
"I am thrilled to be introducing the dynamic dog detectives, Penny and
Rio, to the children of France. It is my hope that the
mischievous and entertaining adventures of my two canine characters
will fuel their imagination and cause them to look at their own pet's
antics in a new and unique manner."
Ms. Swanson is available for interview and can be reached using the
information below or by email at PennyAndRio@yahoo.com. More
information is available at her website at www.PennyAndRio.com.
Her books are available Amazon.com, Barnes and Noble, IndiePendent
Books and at her website.
Profile:
Jennifer Swanson has been writing since the age of 5. A 1990 graduate
of the U.S. Naval Academy, Jennifer pursued her other love of science
and became a prep school chemistry teacher. Her Navy career
took her to Norfolk, VA where she was stationed with her husband, Jon.
Her life changed forever when they adopted Penny, their first dog.
Penny was a wonderful addition to their family and less than a year
later, they adopted Rio, her best pal. Jennifer kept writing during the
next several years as she raised three children, supported her naval
officer husband and taught both part and full time.
Today Ms. Swanson continues to work on the Penny and Rio series and
recently received her Masters in Education. Jennifer is employed as a
middle school science instructor for John Hopkins
University’s Center for Talented Youth.
Jennifer is an active member of the Society of Children’s
Book Writers. She regularly attends the Florida branch of
SCBWI’s conferences in Orlando and Miami. She is also a
member of the Florida Writer’s Association.
Contact:
Jennifer Swanson
13780 Harbor Creek Place
Jacksonville, FL 32224
Phone (904) 992-6955
Web: www.PennyAndRio.com
Email: PennyAndRio@yahoo.com
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Author Jennifer Swanson
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The Mysterious Backyard Meeting
The Locked Doghouse Mystery
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Information:
Jennifer
Swanson has been writing since the age of 5. A 1990 graduate
of the U.S. Naval Academy, Jennifer pursued her other love of science
and became a prep school chemistry teacher. Her Navy career
took her to Norfolk, VA where she was stationed with her husband, Jon.
Her life changed forever when they adopted Penny, their first dog.
Penny was a wonderful addition to their family and less than a year
later, they adopted Rio, her best pal. Jennifer kept writing during the
next several years as she raised three children, supported her naval
officer husband and taught both part and full time.
Today Ms. Swanson continues to work on the Penny and Rio series and
recently received her Masters in Education. Jennifer is employed as a
middle school science instructor for John Hopkins
University’s Center for Talented Youth.
Jennifer is an active member of the Society of Children’s
Book Writers. She regularly attends the Florida branch of
SCBWI’s conferences in Orlando and Miami. She is also a
member of the Florida Writer’s Association.
Contact:
Jennifer Swanson
13780 Harbor Creek Place
Jacksonville, FL 32224
Phone (904) 992-6955
Web: www.PennyAndRio.com
Email: PennyAndRio@yahoo.com
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