Author: Janis Williams

Janis Williams has been writing poems, songs and stories since she was a young child. Recently retired from a 34 year teaching career, she now has the time to pursue her talents and interests with vigor, These interests include songwriting (music and lyrics) and writing Children”s Books. Janis is able to draw from her teaching experience to see through the eyes and minds of young children. She is able to project love and warmth in her work as a single parent who has raised a son and a daughter. Much of Janis” work reflects her interest in writing poems and lyrics. While growing up on an island, her favorite pastime was to sing and play her guitar while composing songs on the beach. Besides writing, Janis loves to draw and doodle. In her first book, If I Were a Cow (or a Pig or a Hen) , her doodle designs are embedded in many of the illustrations. Currently, Janis resides in her little house in Tacoma with her black poodle and spotted cat.