Michelle Regello
Despite clear artistic ability throughout childhood, Michelle Regello too often heard the refrain “people can’t make a living with art,” so she focused on writing. Excelling at the written word from an early age, she attended the California Journalism Finals and received a full score of 5 on the English AP exam.
Her ability to clearly communicate complex computer jargon enabled Michelle’s start in technical writing with software manuals.
Michelle re-discovered her artistic self through the Interactive / Digital Media Certificate program offered by the San Diego College of Continuing Education, and has come full circle to fulfill her long-dormant plan as an author-illustrator of children’s books. (She’s also fond of hyphens and paretheses.)
Interests & Inspirations
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SCBWI
Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators
The international professional organization for authors and illustrators for children and young adults. I’ve been an active member of SCBWI and the San Diego chapter since 2018.
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My Guys
My Three Young Men
with Benjamin’s First “Big Boy” Purchase, an oil painting by Tim Cantor
I’m proud of Benjamin, James and Richard – for who they are and the difference they make helping the world become a better place.
They also call me “Mother of three, Parent to the World” (since I’ll make suggestions if you’ll let me), and I’ve also “adopted” several other children among my boys’ friends. Being from California, I often refer to everyone as “guy(s),” so My Guys include Nicole, Adrienne, Noelle, Quinn, Ethan, and David.
And here’s My #1 Guy: Tim
My husband of 30+ years; having fun for his birthday
Marguerite Henry
A “scene” from my childhood
Every Saturday, my brother Mark and I rode our bikes to the local library. Looking back, I’m pretty sure that almost every week one of Marguerite Henry’s books would be in my “take” for the week.
Her text paired with Wesley Dennis’ gorgeous illustrations remain one of my strongest motivations to become an author / illustrator — their combined efforts hugely impacted my life.
Wesley Dennis
I’m sure the illustrations were the only reason I finished this book …
Such joy!
I think that I’ve read every book for which Wesley Dennis provided the illustrations, including his own Flip series. One of the benefits of the old card catalog system: it was easy to discover all the books by a particular illustrator.
It’s so hard to select only one of his images!
Saint Pope John Paul II
Image drawn of Pope John Paul II/Our Lady of Guadalupe statue in Mexico City
An amazing Pope, and the inspiration for my alma mater (2020):
Love, love, loved being able to attend JPCatholic – a wonderful place to work on “Impacting Culture for Christ,” making the world a better place for everyone!
California Poppies
My favorite flower: California Poppies
(Eschscholzia californica)
These bright yellow-orange cups of silky petals and fern-like foilage need no tending. Requiring little water, poppies prefer full sun (6+ hours of sunlight), and sandy, well-drained, poor (rocky and/or sandy) soil.
Poppies don’t like to have their roots disturbed and prefer self-seeding: the long seed pods “pop” open as they dry, scattering seeds for the next season. Flowering usually occurs April through May. Cut flowers wilt.
AFS Exchange Student
Summer Exchange Student; Host Family; School Co-ordinator: My only regret is not realizing I could have gone for a full year, after graduation.
Lego
Lego Sandcastle
Legoland Ambassador:
I received one of the “lifetime” memberships to Legoland California in 2000 as a special gift from my husband. Along with park access, Ambassadors {were to} receive free upgraded parking, complimentary tickets, and an annual Masterclass session with the Lego Builders. My favorite project to build has been the Lego Sandcastle designed by Master Builder Gary McIntyre.
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NaNoWriMo
Pronounced /nah-no-wry-moh/ this international group encourages writers to focus on writing.
Originally discovering the “Script Frenzy” challenge of writing a screenplay in a month, I’ve been active here since 2007.
Below is a PSA I designed in 2017:
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Coming Soon ...
Gonna have to take a break, but more I&Is coming:
- Trina Shart Hyman
- Bill Peet
- Patricia Wrede
- Ayn Rand
- The Great Adventure Bible Timeline
- Kipling
- who knows?