Spot or Not?

About Susan Burnash Susan is a children's book author passionate about helping young readers explore identity, emotion, and the unique qualities of animals in their world. With a background in marketing and nonprofit video production, her love of storytelling has been the focus of her life. As a child, Susan always had a passion for reading. Growing up in a family of active and loud boys, tall for her age and extremely shy, it was in books that she found comfort and a sense of belonging. She also found her passion for writing and storytelling.Today, she writes books for young readers who are embarking on their own journey of self-discovery and adventure. Her debut book, Spot or Not? tells the story of a blue spot struggling with identity and purpose. He ultimately finds his meaning as a critical element in a piece of Pointillism art. The first in the More Than Art Series, it is a lyrical mix of storytelling and art education. Her second book, Wally's Grab and Run, focuses on the challenges of being in the foster care system through the lens of a dog. The book uses storytelling to give voice to named emotions while creating opportunities for dialogue between children in foster care and those who support them. Future books in the Foster Love Series will follow Wally's journey as he navigates a new home, new people, and new adventures.A hybrid graphic novel and narrative nonfiction book titled Jeepers Peepers: Amazing Animal Eyes is slated for release at the end of 2025 or early 2026.