Martha alexander author biography sample

While living in Yelm, Wash., Martha Alexander, her two sisters and their husbands created this life-size cut-out of a cow.

They drew and painted the bovine, which Martha named Mariah.

Family photo

THE BEST BOOKS BY MARTHA ALEXANDER

"Blackboard Bear" by Martha Alexander, for ages 5-8

In this first book in the Blackboard Bear series, little Anthony isn't allowed to play with the older kids, so he creates his own friend by drawing it on the blackboard, making him the envy of the neighborhood.

"A You're Adorable" by Buddy Kaye, Fred Wise, Sidney Lippman; illustrated by Martha Alexander, for ages 3 and older

This romp through the alphabet, based on the 1940s musical hit, is a refreshing alternative to the standard ABC song.

"Big Sister, Little Sister" by Charlotte Zolotow; illustrated by Martha Alexander, for ages