Tracy Simpson

Tracy Simpson was born and raised in Austin, Texas. She received an Associate of Arts Degree in Radio-TV-Film from Austin Community College and completed two one-year writing programs at the Long Ridge Writers' Group and the Institute of Children's Literature in West Redding, Connecticut. She worked as an actress in Texas for ten years. Tracy also worked as a production assistant, stand-in, voice-over artist, and dancer in film, television, commercials, public service announcements, and music videos. She was also a print and runway model. Tracy writes children's stories, poetry, and screenplays.

Luminaries: A Children’s Book Anthology’ Wins Coveted Purple Dragonfly Book Award

CHANDLER, AZ (June, 2017) – The judges of the Purple Dragonfly Book Awards contest, which recognizes excellence in children’s literature, have spoken, and ”Luminaries: A Children’s Book Anthology” by Tracy Simpson, won an Honorable Mention in the Picture Books 6 & Older category.

“Winning any place in the Purple Dragonfly Contest is a huge honor because in order to maintain the integrity of the Dragonfly Book Awards, a minimum score is required before a First or Second place or Honorable Mention will be awarded to the entrant – even if it is the sole entry in a category,” explains Linda F. Radke, president of Story Monsters LLC, the sponsor of the Dragonfly Book Awards. “Competition is steep, too, because there is no publication date limit as long as the book is still in print.”

“Luminaries: A Children’s Book Anthology” is comprised of three stories. Story # 1 is about aliens that are working together with misguided humans to destroy earth’s resources and the human spirit. Arch Angels and members of the zodiac save the day. Story #2 follows two fireflies who befriend a faerie and show how friendship can overcome all obstacles. Then friendly time traveler visitors bringing a message of love and hope to all sentient beings. Story #3 is about two children who discover a talking unicorn that is captured, then rescued by the children’s Uncle Clyde, a horse whisperer. Kira, the unicorn, then entrusts them with one hundred magical crystals to heal planet earth.

It retails for $19.95 and can be purchased at AMAZON https://www.amazon.com/Luminaries-Childrens-Anthology-Tracy-Simpson/dp/1478771011

The next Purple Dragonfly Book Awards contest is already underway. Final deadline for submissions is May 1, 2018. The final deadline for the Royal Dragonfly Book Awards Contest, which recognizes outstanding literature in all genres, is October 1, 2017. Is your book or product Story Monsters Approved? Kids know when they see the Story Monsters Approved seal it means children their own age enjoyed the book or product and are recommending it, too. How do they know that? Because after books and products pass the first round of judging by industry experts, they are then sent to a panel of youth judges who must also endorse the books or products before they can receive the official seal of approval. Kid-tested and judge-certified! There is no deadline for the Story Monsters Approved program. Books are sent for judging as they are received. For complete rules and submission forms for either contest, visit www.dragonflybookawards.com and click on the contest of choice.

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Editorial Reviews:

"These illuminating stories present loving solutions to problems threatening the Earth, helping us remember our inner light. Arch Angels, unicorns, faeries, animals, and constellations of stars grace the pages of this book in bright illustrations and playful dialogue. Reading these stories at bedtime is sure to summon better dreams for parents and children alike." -- Cynthia Sue Larson, author of "Quantum Jumps: An Extraordinary Science of Happiness and Prosperity" www.realityshifters.com

“Luminaries,” by Tracy Simpson, is a truly delightful read. Filled with enchanting drawings and a positive message, the anthology of stories will not only inspire and charm the reader, but also wrap the reader in a blanket of love and fantasy. The world that Ms. Simpson creates is bold, adventurous and spellbinding. Struggles of good and evil, aliens, fireflies, faeries and even a talking unicorn enrich the captivating world of “Luminaries.” It’s a fantastic read for kids or for the kid in you.

- Jeff Stolhand - Writer, Director, Producer (jeffstolhand.com)

So many great messages in this book! These stories are great conversation starters for my son and I around love, feelings, friendship, and taking care of our earth! Really good stories and pics!

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