Interested in an Author Visit?
Family-Friendly Storytimes filled with Books, Music, and Fun
Meet Charlotte Glaze
Charlotte Glaze is an author, illustrator, and advocate for early childhood literacy whose work celebrates imagination, emotional growth, and the power of family storytime. Drawing from her background in teaching preschool, Charlotte creates picture books and family-focused content that help parents and children connect through reading. Her debut picture book, Storm Trucks, was inspired by her son’s fear of thunderstorms and the story she spun to help him feel brave.
Charlotte lives in Oklahoma with her husband, two children, a stack of library books that never seems to shrink, and an enthusiastic tea collection. Whether she’s sketching, writing, or sharing literacy tips online, her goal remains the same: to help families slow down, snuggle up, and build connection through stories.
Types of Events
For Children & Families
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Author storytime (picture book reading, rhymes, songs, and crafts)
- Classroom visits (in-person or virtual)
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Family reading night or community literacy event
For Adults (Educators, Writers, Librarians)
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Picture book creation presentation
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Self-publishing workshops
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Illustration demos & process talks
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Parent sessions on literacy and reading routines (e.g. “Reading Aloud as a Family”, “Family Storytime Tips and Tricks”)
For Conferences / Panels
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Available for topics such as:
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Self-Publishing a Children’s Book
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Building an Author Website
- Children’s Storytimes that Families Love
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What To Expect
Children’s Storytime:
During a storytime event, Charlotte includes songs, fingerplay rhymes, and read-aloud books. The storytime also includes a craft that matches the theme of the books. There may also be a question and answer time depending on the ages of the children.
Having experience with different ages of children, Charlotte will connect with the audience in a personal and friendly way, tailoring the presentation for the age of the audience.
Length: 20-30 minutes
Perfect for preschool children and their grown-ups.
Workshops for Adults:
Charlotte will present a slideshow presentation and provide listeners with both concrete, helpful steps to take as well as personal anecdotes to remember.
Some available topics:
Self-Publishing a Picture Book From Dream to Reality
Join Charlotte Glaze for an engaging presentation on the self-publishing journey, where she’ll share practical tips, personal insights, and lessons learned from creating her picture book Storm Trucks. Perfect for writers and illustrators ready to bring their stories to life, this talk will guide you from manuscript to finished book!
Length: 30-40 minutes
Creating Engaging In-Person Storytime Events (and How to Book Them)
In this lively and practical presentation, author and illustrator Charlotte Glaze pulls back the curtain on what makes an in-person storytime truly unforgettable. Whether you’re a teacher, librarian, parent educator, or children’s book creator, you’ll learn how to craft storytime experiences that captivate kids from toddlers to early elementary—keeping them engaged, learning, and eager for more.
Length: 30-40 minutes
YES! You Can Make A Rock-Awesome Website. Really.
Your author website doesn’t have to be intimidating! In this presentation, Charlotte Glaze breaks down the must-have pages, simple design choices, and practical tools that help authors create a beautiful, functional website that connects with readers and supports their books.
Length: 30-40 minutes
Event Needs
- Microphone (if needed for audience size)
- Chair and side table for storytimes
- Table for craft area for storytimes
- Table for selling books and book signings
- Ability to connect laptop to a screen for presentations (school visits, workshops)
