Join Deana from the Rhode Island Wave newspaper for a Spotlight Interview with local East Greenwich author and kindergarten teacher, Carrie Simonetti!

In this episode, Carrie shares the magical 20-year journey behind her newly published children's book, Kringle the Christmas Caterpillar. Hear the heartwarming true story of a fuzzy caterpillar discovered in her family's Christmas tree, how her kindergarten students act as her biggest critics, and how illustrator Rebecca Lucier brought Kringle to life with breathtaking watercolors (including a highly requested double cover!).

Support a local Rhode Island author and bring home a new holiday tradition:

🐛 Get your copy of Kringle the Christmas Caterpillar on Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/listing/4420466765/kringle-the-christmas-caterpillar

📱 Follow Kringle on Instagram: @KringleCaterpillar