Christine Taylor-Butler
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     Writing has been a passion of mine for many years. When I was growing up, I lived in the library. Books were my escape and my portal to the rest of the world. But as a child I didn't know writers were ordinary people with an extraordinary passion.  I didn't know writers were people like me. 
     These days my daughters read prolifically, but many of their friends do not. There's a good reason for that. Multi-cultural children don't see themselves depicted as being relevant in today's society - as making a difference.  They don't get to be the "heroes." And yes, while more books are being published that depict children of color, most show us mired in stereotypes. 
     We are a diverse and wonderful people from continents all over the world. Children of all colors spring from rich cultural and spiritual beginnings.  
     So I decided to lend my voice and help change the climate.  It's been a wonderful journey and I've made great friends along the way. 
     Welcome to my new life. May you have many blessings on your journey as well!

New Release! Sacred Mountain: Everest

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I'll be speaking on a nonfiction panel
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at the ALA convention in Chicago - July 2009

Read some of my stories online at www.ReadandRiseMag.net

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Illustration copyright: Nancy Devard, 2004. Published by Scholastic, Inc.

Listed in "Best Children's Books" - Essence Magazine (Dec. 2004) and "Best of the Best - For Kids Only" - Black Issues Book Review, (Dec. 2005)

Click below for interviews and news articles about my writing journey:

Kansas City Star Magazine by Lisa McCormick

African American Children's Book Writers and Illustrators (AACBWI) by Kelly Starling Lyons

Click here for interview on F1rstPages.com (click on "Rising Authors")

A Rehearsal for Life (Go Out And Play!) - MidContinent Girl Scout Council

Writing for children is a joyful endeavor.
It takes heart, passion, and one endearing story that yearns to be told. As with all things, commit to putting your own ideas on paper. A story left untold will never blossom or touch the heart of a reader.

Now start writing. Thinking about it is not the same as doing it!

copyright 2004 by Christine Taylor-Butler