Bumbling Bea: The First Chapter
“P!” I yelled to get his attention, “Do I look like old Macdonald on the farm to you?”
Notable quote from Bumbling Bea
As I took Peter’s place on stage, there was another rustling and gasp from the cast and Ms. Phillips. Michiko had whisked off the scarf on her head and stood smiling happily. There on top of her usually pretty blue black hair was a thin plastic cap. I think it’s used by hairstylists to hi-light […]
Critical Steps in Selecting a Play or Musical: Budget & Royalties
Advice for play and musical selection
Teacher Testimonial on My Book Talk–Terrific!
“My middle school Novel Writing Workshop enjoyed a presentation by Deborah Baldwin, author of Bumbling Bea. The students had read the book and had many questions for the author. One boy asked, “How did you know how to write such ‘with it’ dialogue?” Baldwin’s answer delighted the […]
An Indie Publisher/Fantasy Writing 32.0
One of the wonderful aspects of writing a book as an indie publisher is what you experience afterward. Indie publishing is not without its share of challenges (reviews, especially), but who would have thought this would happen thirty two years ago, when Bumbling Bea’s plot came […]
A Magical Way to Teach Drama Classes
Last weekend, our youngest daughter was married to the man of her dreams. Honestly, I think it was one of the most authentic, sweet and happy weddings I have ever witnessed. These two are perfect for each other. However, it was 103 degrees! (and the reception was outside….) When our daughter informed us that she […]