Welcome to Inkhorn Books
“Every phrase and every sentence is an end and a beginning, every poem an epitaph.”
– T. S. Eliot
About
Hi! Welcome to Inkhorn Books – a place to celebrate creativity and trying new things. My name is Amy Fettig and I am a lifelong writer who just took the leap to becoming an author. My first picture book, Splot the Blot is complete and I hope to continue sharing my work and supporting local authors as I navigate the world of self-publishing and librarianship. I love finding ways to encourage learning in all ages and after spending several years as an educator in the classroom I am now working as a public librarian in Minnesota.
Given my career, it’s no surprise I am a fan of novels (and novelty). I’ve always enjoyed exploring imaginative stories alongside the challenge of trying something new. Whether I’m plotting out a tale, raising a flock of chickens, teaching computer science, or discovering the path to self publishing – I thrive on solving problems and bringing a sense of wonder to the journey.
I was inspired to become a picture book author through my work facilitating early literacy programming at the library as well as an appreciation of the importance of learning to read at a young age. As a second grade teacher, my mother spent countless hours teaching my sister and I phonics before kindergarten and my father tucked us in each night with storybook tales of adventuring animals. I drifted off each night dreaming of fictional characters, incredible new worlds, and mysteries to uncover. Wherever this creative journey takes me, I hope to continue reading and writing fantastical tales for years to come.
“Words are… our most inexhaustible source of magic.“
– Albus Dumbledore
Splot the Blot
Join Splot, an inkblot searching for purpose and belonging, in this delightful exploration of self-discovery. With lyrical language and high-contrast black and white illustrations, Splot the Blot takes readers on an adventure under the sea, around the world, and back to your neighborhood to discover what it means to find your voice.
Splot the Blot encourages the writer in all of us to put pen to paper with themes of gratitude, imagination, and a dash of humor. With clever inclusion of advanced words to help early readers build vocabulary and a storyline that helps to teach print awareness, Splot’s story is perfect for interactive read-alouds, storytimes and early literacy programming.
A soon-to-be favorite of storytellers and families, this whimsical tale celebrates the limitless possibilities of creative writing. Perfect for fans of beloved classics like Harold and the Purple Crayon by Crockett Johnson and The Dot by Peter H. Reynolds, Splot the Blot is sure to spark imagination in a new generation of readers.
Where to Find
Ask for Splot the Blot at your local library or independent bookstore!
Read the ebook online as a part of the Indie Minnesota eBook collection: Splot the Blot
Available online from the following retailers:
Activities & Resources
Coming Soon!