I am a writer inspired by nature and human nature.
I love people, nature, art, music and literature.
I advocate for kids and families, childhood literacy and for the protection of monarch butterflies and their threatened habitat in my books, my poetry and on my blog. My blog supports Indie and traditional authors, features great books and poetry and provides tips for writers and readers as well. Be sure to check out the tabs at the top of my blog and leave a comment or two. Thanks so much for stopping by for a visit. I look forward to chatting with you. — Bette A. Stevens
Brief Bio: Stevens is a retired elementary and middle school teacher, a wife, mother of two and grandmother of five. Stevens lives in Central Maine with her husband on their 37-acre farmstead where she enjoys writing, gardening, walking and reveling in the beauty of nature. She advocates for children and families, for childhood literacy and for the conservation of monarch butterflies—an endangered species (and milkweed, the only plant that monarch caterpillars will eat).
Stevens is the author of AMAZING MATILDA, an award-winning picture book; The Tangram Zoo and Word Puzzles Too!, a home/school resource incorporating hands-on math and writing; and PURE TRASH, the short story prequel to her début novel, DOG BONE SOUP, a Boomer’s coming of age novel. MY MAINE, inspired by The Pine Tree State —Maine’s diverse landscape, natural beauty, rural communities, and independent people—the author’s 150 haiku poems, along with her photographs, reflect the Maine she knows and loves.
BOOK BLURBS:
“My Maine, Haiku through the Seasons takes readers on a poetic journey through the state’s four distinct seasons. Whether you’re a native Mainer or from away, Stevens’s short story poems and photographs will resonate. The collection opens with Maine Pines and People. The journey continues with the rejuvenating spirit of Spring Awakenings and Summer Songs; then on to more of Maine’s extraordinary places and people in Autumn Leaves and Winter Tales. In addition to its poems and photographs, My Maine includes state symbols and interesting facts about The Pine Tree State.”
“DOG BONE SOUP is not only a fabulous title for a novel, it’s also the staple diet of the young hero, Shawn Daniels . But it takes more than an impoverished family life, exacerbated by a drunken father, to keep our Shawn and his brothers and sisters down.” Survival, struggle and the human spirit rising above it all—a 1950s and ’60 coming of age adventure.
“PURE TRASH is an emotional and soul-searching short story read. Compassion is a beautiful thing.” A single day—a lifetime of lessons.
Inspire the kids to follow their dreams with AMAZING MATILDA, an award-winning Monarch Butterfly picture book adventure! (ages 4-11).
CLICK, LOOK & LISTEN as author Pamela Beckford reads AMAZING MATILDA for United Way’s Childhood Literacy Program:
Encourage the kids (elementary and middle-graders) with THE TANGRAM ZOO & Word Puzzles Too!—a great resource for home or school. Puzzles, poetry, reading, research, writing and projects too!
I would love to hear from you (comments below).
- Find out more about author Bette A. Stevens and take a “Look inside” her books at YOUR AMAZON.
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Comments on: "Bette’s Books & Blog…" (124)
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Hello,
Usually, I never comment on blogs but your blog is so convincing that I never stop myself to say something about it. You’re doing a great job Man, Keep it up
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Thanks so much for your visit and thoughtful note. Enjoy your day!
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Wonderful bio – hope to incorporate some of your ideas and books for my reading buddy sessions with the kids I volunteer with! ❤
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Thanks so much for the visit and encouraging note, Theresa. Delighted to hear about you and your reading buddies…something we need so much more of today! ❤
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Very nice,very true and very inspired….amazing
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Thank you!
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Sounds great, Bette! 🙂
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Dog Bone Soup sounds like a really interesting story.
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Hi, Raime. Thanks so much for stopping by to visit and comment. 🙂
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Amazing books!
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Thanks so much. ❤
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You’re welcome 😇
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It is great.
Best wishes.
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Thank you for the visit and note. Have a wonderful day!
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Yo también soy profesora aún en activo. De lengua española y me apaciona la literatura
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We have a lot in common as teachers and readers, Cande. 🙂 So glad you stopped by for a visit.
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Gracias por tu amabilidad
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Yo también soy profesora aún en activo. De lengua española. Me apaciona la literatura. Me ha gustado mucho tu blog.
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Thanks so much for stopping by for a visit and for your lovely comment as well.
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Thanks for visiting me often. It’s most appreciated. I’ve put your feed in my reader so I’ll know when you post new content.
Have a fabulous day, Bette. ♥
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Thanks so much, Sandee. I appreciate your visits and support, my friend. ❤ Sending lots of love your way…
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May your New Year be bright and beautiful, Sandee! ❤ xo
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Being inspired by nature is a wonderful thing.
Thanks for visiting Comedy Plus.
Have a fabulous day and weekend. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. ♥
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Even the tiniest things in nature are awe inspiring! So glad you stopped by to visit here too. May your Christmas be very merry and your New Year abound with wonders… ❤
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Wow! What an incredible, full of life bio, Bette. Congratulations on your award for Amazing Matilda 🙂 and also for all the work you do for children’s advocacy. Blessings to you, Bette!
~Debbie
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Thanks so much for checking out my books and blog, Debbie. Your WARM words brought a smile on this COLD November day! ❤ Blessings and love to you, my friend.
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