Thanks to my fabulous sorority sister Allison Hile Spillman for inviting me to share Hugo's story with some precious students at the elementary school in Zionsville, where she teaches literacy. It was my pleasure to be part of the school's "Love of Learning" night. If you are located in the Indianapolis area and know of any opportunities for me to share Hugo's story (bookstores, libraries, schools, etc.), please let me know! Feel free to email me at ssmith@maverickpublicrelat

A book signing in my hometown of Fort Wayne, Indiana was a summer highlight for me! I'm grateful to have signed copies of Hugo at a...

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