Ariel Strobel

Tammy Schwartz Strobel

Ariel Fawn Strobel, the illustrator of "Niko's Noisy Neighborhood," has been a Tucson local artist for the past decade. Born and raised in New York, she studied Studio Art at Skidmore College. The Sonoran Desert has become an inspiration for her, from the wildlife, companion animals, and the all encompassing plants and landscapes. She grew up as a neighbor of Rita Mondello, the author of "Niko's Noisy Neighborhood," in the neighborhood the book is based on. This has brought a personal connection to the story. 

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Indie Author Experience - Children's Pavilion

Indie Authors - Children's Books (Seats 6)  
Sat, Mar 14, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Authors: Sanaa Chege, Anne Emerson, Nora Ho, Ariel Strobel, Pamela Thompson, Niki Tilicki

Ariel Strobel Shares"Niko's Noisy Neighborhood"

Join Ariel Strobel as she shares the picturebook "Niko's Noisy Neighborhood" about all the sounds in a neightborhood.

Story Blanket Tent (Seats 12)  
Sun, Mar 15, 11:30 am - 12:00 pm
Children

Author: Ariel Strobel
Moderator: BAAC Will Fill 1

Alternative Routes to Publication: Tips for Authors

Many options exist for publication that range from working with a small press to self-publication. Join four authors who will share their experience and advice for publishing picture books, middle grade books, or young adult novels and discuss the pros and cons of these options.

Education Room 351 (Seats 46, Wheelchair accessible)  
Sun, Mar 15, 4:00 pm - 4:55 pm
Children

Authors: Leia Barrett, Antonio Farias, Ariel Strobel, Niki Tilicki
Moderator: Sharon Skinner
Sponsor: Session made possible courtesy of Southside Community School

Book:

Niko's Noisy Neighborhood

Children
Red Penguin Books
November 2024
ISBN 9781637776513
38 pages
The author will make this book available for sale at the Author Pavilion during the Festival.