More Danville coverage Jan 27, 2007
PENNY WARNER: DANVILLE LIFE ... PENNY WARNER: DANVILLE LIFE. (Contra Costa Times)
Overnight success Jul 11, 2005
Reassuring your child and sending along a favorite toy are important, as is visiting the home where your child will be and asking questions about what will take place at the party, said Penny Warner, an author and child-development expert in Northern California. There's nothing wrong with allowing your child to stay for just the evening's activities, Warner said, noting, "When they're sleeping, they're not missing anything anyway.". (AZCentral -- Families)
Summer time calls for slumber parties Jun 30, 2005
Penny Warner, child development expert and author, gives these tips for hosting a sleepover ... Penny Warner, child development expert and author, gives these tips for sending children to a sleepover ... While some sleepovers are a last-minute decision, many can be elaborate affairs that require pre-planned activities and themes, said Penny Warner, a child development expert and author of the book, "Slumber Parties -- 25 Fun-Filled Party Themes.". (Florida Today)
Unplug the kids and make some memories on summer car trips Jun 27, 2005
Parents can recoup some of that togetherness simply by unplugging the gadgets during vacation travel, says child development educator Penny Warner, author of "Great Games for Kids on the Go" (Prima Lifestyles, 1998). Electronic games and videos are fine for a little down time during a long trip. (Alameda Times-Star)
Give Your Kids the Confidence They Need to Enjoy This Summer's Sleepover Season! May 16, 2005
"There's no doubt that sleepovers are a rite of passage for kids, but that doesn't mean they're always easy," said child development expert Penny Warner, author of Slumber Parties -- 25 Fun-Filled Party Themes. "However, with the right amount of planning and preparation, sleepovers can be great fun for kids and stress-free for parents.". (Yahoo Finance -- Paper & Paper Products)
LITERARY GUIDE Jan 23, 2005
Sisters in Crime Mystery writers Penny Warner, Ann Parker and Claire Johnson discuss the art of the mystery novel. 2:30 p.m. Orinda Library, 24 Orinda Way, Orinda. (SFGate.com -- Arts Breaking News)
More of this story Jun 4, 2004
"You start with a theme and then everything just falls into place," said Penny Warner, author of numerous children's party and activity books, including "The Best Party Book: 1001 Creative Ideas for Fun Parties." ... com; FamilyFun magazine; Penny Warner, author of "Kids' Outdoor Parties"; Susan Baltrus, author of "The Ultimate Birthday Party Book"; Suzanne Singleton, author of "Clever Party Planning: Parties for Kids, Teens and Adults.". (Sioux City Journal )
It s her party get the birthday girl singing Jun 3, 2004
The performances, captured on videotape, make great party favors, said Penny Warner, author of The Best Party Book: 1001 Creative Ideas for Fun Parties. For American Idol, that could also be a CD of favorite music, sunglasses and disposable cameras or, for a slumber party, personalized toothbrushes and hair ribbons. (Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, IN)
Easy fun for parents on your child's birthday Mar 20, 2004
These simple guidelines can help ensure the day is a delight, not a disaster, says Penny Warner, author of several party books, including "Kids' Pick-a-Party" (1998, Meadowbrook Press). Guests: The rule of thumb is to invite one child for each year of your child's age, says Warner. (STLtoday - Living)
Writers to gather Feb 12, 2004
This year's roster includes Dr. Peter H. Gott, Barbara Kuroff, Kat Martin, Larry Martin, Penny Warner, Kathryn Brogan, David Cole, Jonathan Koch, Julie Popkin, Nancy Ellis, Hazel Dixon-Cooper, Tad Bartimus, Bonnie Hearn Hill, Steven Van Yoder and Fred White. Sessions also feature feedback from editors and agents for attendees who read portions of manuscripts in progress. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Bay Area Mystery Writers Visit Benicia Library Dec 24, 2003
The third author is Penny Warner. Warner has published over 40 books, including six mysteries in the Connor Westphal series (Benicia News, CA)
LITERARY Calendar Nov 16, 2003
Monday: Poetry Group meets, 7:30 p.m. Wednesday: Not Your Mom's Book Club discusses "Jane Eyre" by Charlotte Bronte, 7:30 p.m. Thursday: The Mystery Book Group discusses "Silence Is Golden" by Penny Warner, who will attend and discuss her work, 7:30 p.m.. Diesel Bookstore: 5433 College Ave., Oakland (Contra Costa Times, CA)
Multistory evolution builds characters Nov 9, 2003
"Silence Is Golden" by Penny Warner (Perseverance Press, $13. The sixth of Warner's stories featuring deaf publisher Connor Westphal shows there's plenty of life left in this project (Contra Costa Times, CA)
