by Amanda Trumpower | Aug 30, 2022 | Collar Cases, Media Appearances, My Books, Writing
I was recently invited to an interview with Christine Henderson of the Write Chris. We talked about my multi-generational love of mysteries, how Mittens and Alex came to be, and what it takes to get Collar Cases books in the hands of readers. You can read the full...
by Amanda Trumpower | Aug 29, 2022 | Collar Cases, My Books, Writing
Sometimes, even the best superheroes find themselves needing to pass on their super mantle to someone new. Today, we announce one such transition: Illustrator Lady Sarah Johnson is passing her paintbrush to a new artist, Miss Molly Farnsley. We thank Sarah for her...
by Becca Wierwille | Aug 23, 2022 | Events, In-Person Events
Due to staffing and supply issues, the Case of the Pop Star’s Missing Microphone program—an interactive mystery experience for kids originally scheduled for October of this year—has been delayed until 2023. Email Amanda Trumpower with questions and sign up for...
by Amanda Trumpower | May 14, 2022 | Collar Cases, Events, Guest Speaking, Virtual Events, Writing
Sarah Johnson, illustrator for Collar Cases, visited the virtual Alex’s Clubhouse space this morning at 10 am to teach students how to draw main characters Alex Digger and Mittens Meow. She began by identifying the basic geometric shapes making up the...
by Amanda Trumpower | May 13, 2022 | Collar Cases, Events, Guest Speaking, Virtual Events, Writing
Program attendees were treated to an overview of Claude Monet’s life and work by fellow artist Nathalie Baudrand. She also led students through a virtual tour of his personal home and grounds, explaining how many of his famous works were inspired by the very...
