About Dianne

Dianne de Las Casas is an award-winning author and storyteller who tours internationally presenting lively author visits and storytelling programs, dynamic educator/librarian training, fun workshops, and innovative artist residencies. Her performances, dubbed “revved-up storytelling,” are full of energetic audience participation. Her children’s books include The Cajun Cornbread Boy, Madame Poulet & Monsieur Roach, Mama’s Bayou, The Gigantic Sweet Potato and There’s a Dragon in the Library. Dianne’s professional books include Story Fest, Kamishibai Story Theater, Handmade Tales, Tangram Tales, The Story Biz Handbook, Scared Silly: 25 Tales to Tickle and Thrill, Stories on Board: Creating Board Games from Favorite Tales and Tell Along Tales. Visit her website at www.storyconnection.net and subscribe to Story Connection Express, an educational e-zine for parents and teachers with a monthly circulation of 12,000+ worldwide.