Illustrator Kathy Coates will be featured at a book-signing on Saturday, May 26 at the Book Shelf in Tryon.

Coates and Cathy Kaemmerlen recently introduced “The Buzz on Honeybees,” a nonfiction book for children published by Pelican Publishing.
Kaemmerlen explains bee terminology and gives several anecdotes about bee behavior, including one from nationally known beekeeper Jim Oybey giving details on swarming bees in search of a new home. The stories are illustrated with Coates’ paintings of bees and their habits.
Coates’ work is on permanent display in gallery collections throughout the southeast. Coates uses illustrating to combine her love of art, the south and the natural world. She is a member of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators and her illustrations appear in “Batty About Texas” and “Cowgirl Alphabet,” both available from Pelican. She lives and works in her hometown of Charlotte, N.C.
Kaemmerlen is an award-winning actress, storyteller and historical interpreter with years of performing experience and in-school performances across the country. Her humorous portrayals of history and science facts delight audiences of all ages. She has been the featured storyteller at festivals throughout the south and is a member of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators. Her fascination with bees began with her own hands-on experiences with bees and beekeeping. Kaemmerlen resides in Marietta, Ga.
The Book Shelf is located at 94 N. Trade Street in downtown Tryon. For more information, call 828-859-9304.
– article submitted
by Ashley Grubbs