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Todd Tuell
Engaging Books for Young Readers

Praise for Ninja, Ninja, Never Stop
"Bright primary hues add an energetic yet retro feel to Carpenter’s illustrations... a good choice for mischievous preschoolers with an interest in the martial arts."
--Kirkus Reviews

"The blocky, bold illustrations and quickly paced narrative combine to evoke satisfying comic-book action."
--School Library Journal

Ninja, Ninja, Never Stop!
Abrams Appleseed

Follow this little ninja as he sneaks up on the family dog, swipes a cookie from his brother, and escapes from Granny’s kiss . . . only to be out-ninja’d by his younger brother’s sneak attack! Young readers will be drawn in by the fast-paced rhymes that parallel the little ninja’s quick moves, and will chant the refrain with glee! This humorous ode to stalking, sneaking, spying, and scheming is sure to be read over and over again, inspiring imaginary play for a new generation of ninjas.

Todd Tuell is the author of nearly fifty books for children - most of them still waiting to be published. His picture book Ninja, Ninja, Never Stop! is a 2016 Colorado Book Award Finalist as well as being named Best Book Ever by two of his three children. As you've probably guessed, he is currently in the process of rewriting his will in addition to a middle-grade mystery.

Writing funny and delightful stories has been his passion for more than two decades. He discovered his love for children’s literature while raising his own children. He’s had the joy of raising his kids in the library and seeing them fall in love with books. Creating endearing characters, imagining quirky mysteries, and sharing his stories with kids are what he most enjoys about writing. Todd has been recognized as an engaging classroom and library presenter (in-person and virtual) throughout the United States.

Todd lives in Evergreen, Colorado with his youngest daughter, his favorite stuffy Bixby, and the evil Karloff (an imaginary dragon who sits atop a pile of golden Chuck E. Cheese tokens). He also spends time during the year with family in Brazil.

Writing Career

  • Author of Children’s Books
    & Magazine Articles

  • Regional Advisor Emeritus - Rocky Mountain Chapter of the Society of Children’s Book Writers & Illustrators (SCBWI)

  • Professor of Children’s Literature and Writing Books for Children & Teens, University College, University of Denver

  • Writing Mentor and Coach

  • Children’s Book Reviewer

  • Children's & Juvenile Book Contest Selector / Judge

  • Freelance Writer and Journalist

  • Elementary School Teacher

  • Children’s Librarian

  • Conference Speaker

  • Classroom & Library Presenter

About Todd

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Conference Speaker

Customizable presentations to address various state standards for pre-K through 2nd grades that engage students and encourage excitement for reading.

Lesson plans, outlines, videos, discussion questions and hands-on activities to bring the book to life in your classroom.

Manuscript critiques, editorial services, mentorships, and ghostwriting.

Former Professor of children's literature and writer for young readers and experienced conference speaker available for Writing and Literacy Events