Trudy Ludwig, Children’s Author
Trudy Ludwig is a children’s advocate and the best-selling author of several nationally acclaimed picture books that help children cope and thrive in their social world. She wrote her first book, My Secret Bully (Tricycle Press, 2005), to raise awareness of emotional bullying hidden within friendships. Her subsequent releases,Just Kidding (Tricycle Press, 2006) and Sorry! (Tricycle Press, 2006), also explore the colorful and sometimes confusing world of children’s social interactions. Her newest book, Trouble Talk (Tricycle Press, April 2008), addresses any kind of talk that leads to nothing but trouble: gossiping, lying, spreading rumors, sharing others’ information, and giving hurtful, unsolicited opinions or advice.
“I like to write books that open up discussion among kids and adults about difficult issues in a safe social setting,” explains Trudy. “I want to give a voice to what many children experience and help them to connect with others in more positive ways and make healthier friendship choices.”
A member of the International Bullying Prevention Association, Trudy is also on the honorary board of Putting Family First and collaborates with leading anti-bullying experts and organizations. When she’s not writing, Trudy speaks at schools, assemblies, and conferences around the U.S. For more information, visit www.trudyludwig.com.
Advance Praise for Trouble Talk:
“Words do hurt, which is why this book is of paramount importance!”
–Mary A. Baird, President / CEO, The Ophelia Project
“Trudy Ludwig gives educators and parents such wonderfully useful books. Trouble Talk is just her latest contribution to teaching children social justice in ways that they can relate to and take with them into their classrooms and neighborhoods.”
–Rosalind Wiseman, best-selling author of Queen Bees & Wannabees
“Trudy Ludwig exercises empathy and humor, masterfully crafting a story any child can relate [to], but with a distinct outcome. The bully is not vilified and the victims aren't vengeful but clear boundary setters. We empathize with Big Mouth Bailey and want her to grow up to be just Bailey, an asset to our workplace, our families, and our communities.”
–Annette Klinefelter, executive director, Girls Incorporated of NW Oregon, and author of Allies in Action: Building Healthy Relationships Between Girls
“Trouble Talk is a must-read for any child who is trying to understand how to fit in, whom to trust, and how to make friends.”
–Charisse Nixon, Ph.D., co-author of Girl Wars
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