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Ann McCallum Books

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An award-winning children's author, Ann shares fun and expertise at various events. Drawing from her latest book, Fantastic Flora, she engages audiences with unbeLEAF-able plant facts!

A former teacher with a master’s degree in education, Ann is an award-winning author of numerous books, mostly nonfiction. Her latest include FANTASTIC FLORA: THE WORLD’S BIGGEST, BADDEST, AND SMELLIEST PLANTS (Candlewick/ MIT Kids Press, 2025) and a picture book co-written with astronaut Karen Nyberg called A QUILT OF STARS (Familius, 2026). Ann is active in the community. She offers free presentations for museums, bookstores, festivals, and other venues. She also provides author visits for schools and libraries. Ann has spoken on TV and radio as well as at various state and national conferences. Please see her website for more information: www.annmccallumbooks.com.