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Congratulations, Melany Kahn, on becoming Vermont Literacy Network's May 2024 Featured Author! We could not be more excited to feature you and your work! Your passion for Vermont reigns true in your featured book, "Mason Goes Mushrooming."
Meet Melany Kahn: Author & Nature Enthusiast
Melany Kahn started hunting for mushrooms in Vermont in 1968 when her family bought a farm in West Brattleboro. For the last 22 years she has taught children how to forage for wild mushrooms.
Recently, Melany presented a talk to children at TEDxBoston on planetary stewardship, "You're never too young to learn or too old to start foraging" She is a member of the Education Committee for the North American Mycological Association Board (NAMA), and a Board Member of the Monadnock Mushroomers Unlimited, her local NH mushroom club.
She attended Wesleyan University, (BA, English/Creative Writing). She holds a Masters in Social Work from Boston College, and an MFA in Film from The Tisch School at NYU where she met her illustration collaborator, Ellen Korbonski.
Melany lives in New Hampshire and Vermont with her husband and children, a dog, 3 cats and 17 chickens. She and her husband co-own The Porch Cafe in Brattleboro. You can find her leading mushroom walks or foraging at every opportunity. Mason Goes Mushrooming is her first book.
This Month's Featured Book: "Mason Goes Mushrooming"
This first-of-its kind foraging story, Mason Goes Mushrooming takes us on a woodland treasure hunt. We follow a young boy and his four-legged pal, Buddy, to hunt edible mushrooms through lush Vermont landscapes, morels in springtime, chanterelles in summer and black trumpets in autumn. Curious about mushroom foraging or how you can hear the sound of the ocean without leaving the forest? Mason teaches us it’s never too early to learn, and never too late to start.
Book Giveaway and Virtual Story Hour of "Mason Goes Mushrooming"
To make this celebration even more exciting, Vermont Literacy Network is hosting a giveaway of Melany's "Mason Goes Mushrooming." One quick entry form gives you a chance to win this amazing children's book. The drawing will be announced on our Facebook page on May 25, 2024.
But that's not all!
Stay tuned for an upcoming announcement about a virtual story hour and virtual author spotlight featuring Melany Kahn.
The Featured Author Program: Celebrating Vermont's Literary Gems
At Vermont Literacy Network, we take immense pride in celebrating the rich literary talent nestled within our picturesque state. Our Featured Authors program is a tribute to the vibrant community of Vermont-based and Vermont-born children's book authors who bring enchanting stories to life. Integrated across all our Student and Professional Programs, we shine a spotlight on these local literary gems, aiming to inspire a love for reading and literacy that resonates deeply with our community.
Apply to Become Our Next Featured Author
Elevate your literary journey by becoming a Featured Author at Vermont Literacy Network! If you're a Vermont-based or Vermont-born children's book author, we invite you to share your stories and be a part of our vibrant literary community. This is your chance to showcase your work, connect with readers across the state, and inspire a love for reading.
To apply, simply visit our website and fill out the Featured Author application form, or click the button below. Join us in celebrating the diverse voices that make Vermont a haven for literature.
To stay updated on our Feature Author updates, Student and Professional Programs, and all the other happenings at Vermont Literacy Network, visit www.vermontliteracynetwork.com and like our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/vermontliteracynetwork.
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