Diana Lee Sherman
Born:
Connection to Illinois: Sherman currently resides in Mount Vernon. Biography: Diana Lee Sherman is an actress, mother, grandmother, physical therapist assistant, youth volunteer, costume designer and children's book author. She holds an Associate Degree of Science from Southeastern Illinois College, as well as an Associate Degree of Applied Science from Southern Illinois University. Diana loves working with children. One of her all-time favorite positions was working as a summer camp counselor. In her spare time, she volunteers with youth in the local drama club, where she shares her passion for the theatre arts; in addition, she coaches a middle school speech team. These volunteer opportunities enable her to share her stage skills with impressionable youth while gaining insight and inspiration for her writing.
Awards:
- Not Everyone Likes Peas 2016 Purple Dragonfly Honorable Mention Award in the School Issues category
Web: https://www.dianaleesherman.com/
WorldCat: http://www.worldcat.org/search?q=Diana++Lee++Sherman
Selected Titles
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Albert the Misunderstood ISBN: 1681890097 OCLC: 949371153 THEAQ Publishing 2016 Eli is a special little boy who has been chosen by the “boogeyman” to help fight the giants of Nelp. Well, at least he thought it was the boogeyman. Albert is initially misunderstood but figures out a way to make Eli listen to him. Together they travel to the Land of Nelp where Albert enlists the help of Eli who wears his superhero costume and brings along a sword carved out of wood by his Papa. With bravery and courage and a willingness to look beyond how things appear, Eli helps Albert, and the Land of Nelp find peace and harmony. |
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Not Everyone Likes Peas ISBN: 0989072347 OCLC: 919522427 THEAQ Publishing 2015 Abigail, a vibrant kindergartner, loves peas! However, when she finds out during lunch that her friend hates peas, Abigail is upset. With help from her loving mother, she discovers that it is okay to be different. This engaging story reaffirms at a young age that it is okay for each of us to be unique. |