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Community Book Drive Benefiting Read and Feed, Cary, NC

Mark your calendars!! Monday, June 22nd throughout July 22nd we are having a Children's Book Drive at Brecotea Cary located at 1144 Kildaire Farm Rd benefiting Read and Feed !! As a parent, youth literacy is something I hold close to my heart. When a child has access to books, their knowledge expands, their confidence grows, and their ability to dream increases. That is why I am proud to partner…

Craft, Book Reading & Perseverance in Action -Join author Tomeko Brown for a special school-age program at Eva Perry Regional Library!

Tomeko Brown at Eva Perry Regional Library March 30, 2026 | 5:00–5:45 PM | Apex, NC Join author Tomeko Brown for a special school-age program at Eva Perry Regional Library! Children in grades 3–5 will: Meet the author of An Instrument for Florenda Explore themes of perseverance and community Learn how stories connect to real life Create a fun Perler bead instrument craft This interactive program…

As Featured in Parents.com

I recently shared insight on how aunts and uncles can meaningfully support parents and strengthen family bonds. Community plays an important role in raising confident children something I deeply believe in as both a mother and author. Join in the conversation here: What Aunts and Uncles Can Do to Actually Help Parents

An Instrument for Florenda Hits #87 on Amazon…

Thank you to everyone who helped make this happen. Grab your copy today!! An Instrument for Florenda: Brown, Tomeko, Smallwood, Christopher, Kim, YoungJu: 9798218513450: Amazon.com: Books

Chatting with Charlie Simon: Writing for Kids, An Instrument for Florenda & Believing in Yourself

I had such a great time being interviewed by 12-year-old Charlie Simon on Between the Lines! Her questions were thoughtful, fun, and reminded me why I love writing for kids. We talked about An Instrument for Florenda, the power of perseverance, and how stories can help kids believe in themselves. Listen now:

Featured in The Bump parenting article

I’m honored to be quoted in The Bump about my experience using the hospital nursery after my daughter’s birth. Read the full article and my reflections here. https://www.thebump.com/a/what-are-the-different-types-of-nurseries-in-the-hospital

🎶 Author featured in Wake County library collection 🎶

I’m thrilled to share that my book, An Instrument for Florenda (Second Edition), has joined the JFIC Stand Alone Collection at Wake County Public Libraries—alongside beloved titles like Wonder . To be part of a collection that celebrates stories with heart and lasting impact is deeply humbling. Florenda’s journey—from dreaming of a clarinet to finding her voice through music—is a reflection of…

Children’s Book writing Resources

FREE EVENT! THE SECRET LIVES OF PICTURE BOOKS-Society for Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators British Isles -Mon 28 Apr 2025 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM BST The Secret Lives of Picture Books – SCBWI .

Juvenile Fiction Book Celebrates Music, Community, and Courage—Now Available

An Instrument for Florenda Second Edition Brown, Tomeko and Smallwood, Christopher and Kim, YoungJu Buy Now Tomeko Brown/Moving Notes Books tomekobrownauthor@outlook.com tomekobrownbooks@blogspot.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Juvenile Fiction Book Celebrates Music, Community, and Courage—Launching During Music in Schools Month A heartwarming story about a young girl finding her place in a new school…

An Instrument for Florenda Crossword Puzzle

Coming March 4, 2025 An Instrument for Florenda (2nd Edition) Enjoy this free crossword puzzle