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PROFILE

Diane Kolb is a Philadelphia native who began her writing career as a children's librarian and storyteller. She received her Master's Degree in Library and Information Science from Drexel University and served as a children's librarian in both the public and elementary school libraries.

Her first book, A STAR TO GUIDE ME: A Journey at Sea (Xlibris, 2001), a young-adult novel, received a five-star review on Amazon.com. Her work has appeared twice on the children's pages of Cat Fancy, as well as featured articles in other magazines. She also coauthored 125 BIBLE PUZZLES FOR KIDS AGES 6-8 (Standard Publishing, 2000). Her short story, "One Last Good-bye," appears in HAUNTED EXPERIENCES (Atriad Press, 2003). MY FATHER IS A CLOWN (PublishAmerica,2003), her newest historical fiction novel, is being considered for the Keystone State Reading Book Award.

Ms. Kolb is an active member of The Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators and appears frequently in schools and organizations with her many puppets, encouraging children to write.

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BOOKS AVAILABLE

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MY FATHER IS A CLOWN
MY FATHER IS A CLOWN
ages 9-12

Historical fiction set in 1944 about a circus family and a little girl who learns that uncommon heroes are often found in unlikely places.


A STAR TO GUIDE ME: A JOURNEY AT SEA
A STAR TO GUIDE ME: A Journey at Sea
ages 10-13

Historical fiction set in 1830 about a young man's journey into adulthood amid the splendor and excitement of the tall ships.


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