My Name is NOT Ed Tug Book Launch Celebration with author/illustrator Amy Nielander

Saturday, October 15, 2022 - 11:00am to 12:00pm

Join us as we host local author and illustrator Amy Nielander for the launch of her latest picture book, MY NAME IS NOT ED TUG. 

On October 15 11 am-12p, Sidetrack Bookshop will host author and illustrator Amy Nielander as she launches her latest picture book, MY NAME IS NOT ED TUG. This family friendly book launch celebration will include a read aloud, activity and signing, perfect for kids of all ages. 

About MY NAME IS NOT ED TUG! 

A sweet, whimsical story about the meaningfulness behind a person's name and the power of accepting people just as they are.

Featured in Children's Book Council's Summer 2022 Showcase: Love Makes the World Go Round

"Names are so important. They are our parents' first gifts to us. They have history and meaning. For some it is the name we choose that embraces the best version of ourselves. Everyone deserves to be called by their correct name. This was simply beautiful."
Lupe, Bookmarks (Winston-Salem, NC)

"Edimorwhitimormiligimmus Tug is determined to teach his classmates and teacher about the important family stories behind his superlong name."
Publishers Weekly, Fall Children's Announcements

Edimorwhitimormiligimmus Tug has a very special name that is all his own. But his teacher thinks it's too long and hard to say. One day she shortens it to. . . Ed.

But he loves his name just the way it is. So he comes up with a plan—if he can teach everyone his name, maybe they'll love it too!

Sweet and whimsical, My Name Is Not Ed Tug empowers readers to own their identities and proudly celebrate who they are.

 

About Amy Nielander, author and illustrator of My Name Is Not Ed Tug

Amy Nielander graduated from College for Creative Studies in Detroit, Michigan. Before becoming an Author Illustrator, she worked as a product designer and digital sculptor in the automotive industry. In 2014, she earned international recognition as a finalist in the Silent Book Contest. Her picture book submission debuted at the Bologna Children’s Book Fair and traveled to Milan, Italy for exhibition. The Ladybug Race was published by PomegranateKids and received a Bronze Medal Book Award in the Children's Picture Books All Ages Category by Independent Publisher. Her second picture book, Grama’s Hug, (Page Street Kids) received a starred review from Booklist and was recently featured in the Grand Rapids Magazine as a recommended read. She is represented by Adria Goetz of P.S. Literary and works as a Children’s Book Coach at The Detroit Writing Room.

Amy fuses her talents to deliver high quality art, design and playful stories for kids. She pushes her creativity to explore what makes characters unforgettable, storylines stick and fictional worlds, delight.

Her mission is to spread joy, inspire and fuel imaginations, little and big.

Event address: 
325 S. Washington
Royal Oak, MI 48067-3822
Books: 
My Name Is Not Ed Tug By Amy Nielander Cover Image
$18.99
ISBN: 9781513134871
Availability: On Our Shelves Now
Published: West Margin Press - October 11th, 2022