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The Door County Published Authors Collective (DCPAC) is a network of published authors with strong ties to Door County, Wisconsin. DCPAC membership is through Write On, Door County. We promote awareness of local published authors, while offering networking and sales opportunities for our members. Thank you for exploring our site.

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Local Authors Discuss

Writing Children's Literature
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Jamie Palmer
Some people describe writing as an arduous, highly disciplined endeavor, but  not children's book author JKPalmer, who lets her ageless spirit do the
writing.  Jamie will talk about her extensive experience marketing books for children.


Margaret Ann Philbrick has two children's books. Her Christmas book, Back to the Manger, was created with her mother. It is now a holiday classic with ten years of consistent sales.Margaret lives in Baileys Harbor. Margaret will discuss the benefits and challenges of writing and illustrating children’s books with a family member.


Judy DuCharme’s children’s book I Want a Water Buffalo for Christmas was on her mind for years. She started writing it in 2012.  Judy taught 5th grade in Door County for 22 years and loves the inquisitive minds of young children. I Want a Water Buffalo for Christmas was written with elementary students in mind.Judy will discuss finding an illustrator and writing for elementary ages.

Author Announcements

Debut novel for Sally Collins

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Sally Collins is proud to announce the upcoming release of her debut novel, Muddled Cherries, a coming-of-age story set primarily on the Door Peninsula, inspired by her many seasons working in the service industry. 

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