Calliope the Upward-Thinking Platypus

By Kathryn Holliston Ortiz

All Calliope wants is to be normal.

The problem is, she is anything but.

With a quick wit, an extraordinary appearance, and an intense imagination, Calliope cant help but draw attention to herself.

Join this young and brilliant platypus as she thinks upchallenge your vocabulary, dare to ask questions, and discover that what makes you exceptional is exactly what makes you wonderful.

• Language: English
• Publisher: AuthorHouse
• Release date: Feb 24, 2018
• ISBN: 9781546230519

Kathryn Holliston Ortiz

Kate is a New York Times featured children's author and freelance writer. Her previously published titles include Calliope the Upward-Thinking Platypus and Calliope the Upward-Thinking Coloring Book. She earned her master's degree in English language and literature from the University of Arizona. Having taught writing and literature at the college level for over 17 years, Kate has written multiple courses on topics ranging from writing, to critical thinking, to science fiction. She also has a background in microbiology, immunology, and histology, thanks to her brilliant parents. Kate lives in Tucson with her incredible husband and their five astoundingly creative children, who love hiking, cycling, writing, painting, drawing, and crafting.

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