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I'm an author of children's/YA books and former journalist with a passion for stories of little-known women who faced great adversity with courage.
My books earned starred reviews and are named on lists for the Notable Social Studies Books for Young People, Bank Street College Best Children's Books, NY Public Library Best Books for Teens and the Amelia Bloomer Project . Every one of my books has started with a discovery, the unexpected find of a historical person or persons that I think everyone should know about. This new one is no exception. |
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My new book is now available for pre-order!
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Close-up on War:
The Story of Pioneering Photojournalist Catherine Leroy in Vietnam
When Catherine Leroy flew to Vietnam in 1966, the United States was rapidly escalating its war against communism there. Though equal rights and equal pay for women were still considered radical in America, she dared to take on the heavily male-dominated world of war photography.
Bold, determined, and cool under fire, Catherine accompanied marines into the jungle, crawled through rice paddies, and parachuted into combat despite being told she didn’t belong in a “man’s world.”
Scores of photojournalists from around the world risked their lives reporting on the long, costly, and divisive war. For the bloodiest years, 1966-1969, Catherine remained the only woman photographer.
Neither capture by the enemy nor shrapnel wounds kept Catherine from getting her pictures. Her raw photos showed the brotherhood and compassion of soldiers, the anguish of civilians, and the humanity of the enemy. Published in America’s leading newspapers and magazines, Catherine’s images forced Americans to confront the human cost of war.
Based on Catherine’s personal letters from Vietnam, and including her most powerful photos, this biography from award-winning children’s book author Mary Cronk Farrell is a gripping look at the Vietnam War through the eyes of an extraordinary woman whose legacy of compassion endures today.
Pre-order now! See my other books here.
More stories about little know women in American History whose incredible courage will renew your faith in the human spirit.
The Story of Pioneering Photojournalist Catherine Leroy in Vietnam
When Catherine Leroy flew to Vietnam in 1966, the United States was rapidly escalating its war against communism there. Though equal rights and equal pay for women were still considered radical in America, she dared to take on the heavily male-dominated world of war photography.
Bold, determined, and cool under fire, Catherine accompanied marines into the jungle, crawled through rice paddies, and parachuted into combat despite being told she didn’t belong in a “man’s world.”
Scores of photojournalists from around the world risked their lives reporting on the long, costly, and divisive war. For the bloodiest years, 1966-1969, Catherine remained the only woman photographer.
Neither capture by the enemy nor shrapnel wounds kept Catherine from getting her pictures. Her raw photos showed the brotherhood and compassion of soldiers, the anguish of civilians, and the humanity of the enemy. Published in America’s leading newspapers and magazines, Catherine’s images forced Americans to confront the human cost of war.
Based on Catherine’s personal letters from Vietnam, and including her most powerful photos, this biography from award-winning children’s book author Mary Cronk Farrell is a gripping look at the Vietnam War through the eyes of an extraordinary woman whose legacy of compassion endures today.
Pre-order now! See my other books here.
More stories about little know women in American History whose incredible courage will renew your faith in the human spirit.
Workshops
I run workshops and events featuring incredible little-know women from history. Please reach out if you are interested in hosting me for a workshop, presentation, meet & greet, book group, or customized session. Of course, during Covid-19, I’m appearing virtually. And to offer encouragement and strategies for facing our struggles during the pandemic, I’m offering the following 50-minute virtual workshop for free.
Thriving through adversity: A workshop exploring Character
Whether fact or fiction, my characters share one thing in common—they persevered in the face of adversity. Students will explore a character's arc of change, reflect, discuss & write about different ways to deal with adversity. Click here to schedule your free online workshop.
I love visiting schools across the country and sharing my passion for writing, reading, research and history with students of all ages. I am also available for book groups, conferences, retreats and festivals.
Thriving through adversity: A workshop exploring Character
Whether fact or fiction, my characters share one thing in common—they persevered in the face of adversity. Students will explore a character's arc of change, reflect, discuss & write about different ways to deal with adversity. Click here to schedule your free online workshop.
I love visiting schools across the country and sharing my passion for writing, reading, research and history with students of all ages. I am also available for book groups, conferences, retreats and festivals.