Stories,
Learning & Inspiration!
Adorable Children's Books!
Sandra J. Payne’s goal when she creates a book is to delight children. Her engaging books will spark a genuine love of reading and encourage imagination to flourish.
Books Full of Adventure and FUN!
Author Visits
Sandra J. Payne's broad writing experience, playful personality and fascinating life journey will engage children and adults alike. Her visits turn each story into an exciting adventure that leaves a lasting impression. During an author visit, she aims to make reading an even more enjoyable, memorable and exciting experience full of discovery and wonder.
BEHIND THE BOOKS
Meet the Author
Sandra J. Payne is a children’s writer and award-winning director/producer for web and television. She began her career writing content for PBS’s Wishbone and later became a staff writer for Barney & Friends. Sandra has authored five children’s books and a Young Adult novel, directed and produced over 100 web series episodes—including the award-winning
The Web.Files—and created several award-winning short films and trailers. She has also held leadership roles in the International Academy of Web Television and is a member of the Television Academy’s Interactive Peer Group.
Award-Winning Creativity
Sandra J. Payne is an award-winning writer, director, and poet. Her creativity and captivating storytelling make her an inspiring author and engaging speaker for schools, libraries, and literary events. In 2012 she won the International Academy of Web Television Award for Best Hosted Taped Web Series (The Web.Files) and has received six awards at the World Fest Houston International Film Festival. In 2023, she was recognized as one of the winners of the City of Santa Clarita Sidewalk Poetry Competition for her poem “Song of Today.”
Awards
Inspiring Readers. Shaping Futures.
How Reading and Creativity Shape Your Future
Reading and creativity opens minds, builds confidence, and encourages new ways of thinking. Through stories, imagination, and creative expression, readers develop skills that support learning, communication, and personal growth—shaping a future filled with curiosity, empathy, and possibility.
Happy Readers
Our readers consistently share how pleased they are with the quality, creativity, and impact of our books and author experiences. From engaging stories to meaningful messages, feedback often highlights how both children and adults feel inspired, entertained, and eager to read more. Their satisfaction reflects our commitment to creating enjoyable, memorable experiences that truly resonate with readers and learning communities.
School Visits
School visits offer students a unique opportunity to meet an author, explore the creative process behind storytelling, and discover the joy of reading and writing. Through engaging talks, interactive discussions, and age-appropriate activities, students gain inspiration, confidence, and a deeper appreciation for books—making the visit both educational and memorable.
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Happy Readers Feedback
Readers share how much joy and inspiration the books and author visits bring. Many are delighted to find themselves fully engaged from beginning to end making their experience enjoyable, impactful and worth sharing with others.
Absolutely wonderful book for children! I love the writing and the illustrations are fabulous - each is really a work of art. First time I ever read a children's book and was anxious to see how it would end. (I will also confess that it's the first time I recall having to look up the meaning of a word in a children's book!) Great for kids and their parents will be very happy with the message, the writing, and the illustrations. I got it to pass on to friends for their grandkids - am truly glad that I read it myself. Very, very enjoyable.
Rick McDonald
Customer
What a great lesson this story provides for youngsters (and oldster too!).
Beautifully and whimsically illustrated.
The outcome of Wing’s pursuits will be a relief and a lesson to all.
