I am Mary Ann Castagnetta. I write books for children, but my books are fun for all ages to read. I am happy to announce that I am the recipient of the 2011 Gold Seal by The Young Voices Foundation ™ for both BUBBLE GUM DREAMS and ELEPHANT SOUP? in the category "Picture Book for Children – All Ages.
The Young Voices Foundation ™ honors books that inspire, mentor and educate both young people and their families. And both books have also been awarded the 2011 PURPLE DRAGONFLY BOOK AWARD, as well as being placed on the USA BOOK NEWS "Recommended For Children" reading list for 2011.

I'm so glad you chose to visit my site. If you’re a teacher, librarian, or media specialist, you’ll find a lot of information about me and my books here. If you’re a student, I hope to someday meet you and have the pleasure of reading my books to you.

Please click on each cover of my books, Bubble Gum Dreams and Elephant Soup? to learn more about each story. Or click on any of the menu buttons above for more information.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at maryanncastagnetta@comcast.net