Recognition
Reviews, awards, and recognition from educators, librarians, and young readers who have enjoyed my books.
Author Recognition
- Featured in Local Librarian's Picks (2025)
- Author of the Year – Neighborhood Book Fest (2024)
- Best New Children's Non-Fiction – Bay Area Writers Guild (2024)
Awards
Reviews
“A remarkable story of determination and breaking barriers, beautifully told for young readers.”
— Publishers Weekly (2027)
“Tabner brings Sally Snowman's extraordinary journey to life with warmth and inspiration.”
— Kirkus Reviews (2027)
“A clever and informative way to teach young readers the importance of sharing and caring and, yes, taking turns.”
— Readers' Favorite (2021)
“I really like how the story integrates science facts about the moon, earth, daylight with social skills like kindness, sharing, taking turns and friendship in a smooth and coherent way.”
— Early Childhood Consultant Review
“Perfect gift for children. I got this book today and I love it, I love everything about it…the story, the quality, and the illustrations are fabulous!!! Great gift for my grandchildren this Christmas.”
— Amazon Customer
“This is a delightful children's book. The message of sharing and taking turns is what drew me to this book for my granddaughter. It's a delightful little story about the Sun and the Moon fighting for attention.”
— Amazon Customer
“This is a wonderful children's book! I wound up buying this book for all my grandchildren. It is a wonderful little book and beautifully designed and illustrated. The messages are especially important in these critical times.”
— Amazon Customer
“STEM + Kindness in one book = WIN. This story tells a terrific story about the sun and the moon and the roles they play in our universe, but more importantly... it also focuses on the theme of taking turns.”
— Amazon Customer
“Terrific find for children. Beautifully illustrated and written. What a great story and lesson for kids. This is a great find on Amazon! I will be ordering many for Christmas gifts.”
— Amazon Customer
“Fabulous Book. I purchased this book as I was attracted by the title and the fact it was written by someone with a background with teaching children. The story is charming, beautifully told and leaves the reader and child with a touching message.”
— Amazon Customer
“Cute story with great info. Cute story with fun language & awesome facts! The back matter is clever! Enjoyed the story!”
— Amazon Customer
“This is a beautiful book. We all want our children (and grandchildren) to know the value of taking turns. This book illustrates the advantages of taking turns beautifully by using the moon and sun.”
— Amazon Customer
“Heartwarming Values and Illustrations. After the reviews, I wanted to see the book itself. Once I got it, I ordered 3 more as gifts to others!! I really like the underlying message that cooperation and understanding of one another's views can lead to long-term enjoyment, fulfillment and happiness.”
— Amazon Customer
“Lovely picture book for children of all ages. Taking Turns is a fantastic book for all ages! My 4th grade class loves this book, and the illustrations. It is a great lead into our science unit on the solar system.”
— Amazon Customer
Recognition by Book
The Last Lighthouse Keeper
Awards
- Maine Literary Award Nominee — Maine Writers & Publishers Alliance (2027)
Reviews
“A remarkable story of determination and breaking barriers, beautifully told for young readers.”
— Publishers Weekly (2027)“Tabner brings Sally Snowman's extraordinary journey to life with warmth and inspiration.”
— Kirkus Reviews (2027)
Taking Turns
Awards
- CIPA EVVY Award - 3rd Place — Colorado Independent Publishers Association (2021)
- #1 Amazon Best Seller — Amazon (2021)
- Outstanding Social-Emotional Learning Resource — National Education Association (2024)
Reviews
“A clever and informative way to teach young readers the importance of sharing and caring and, yes, taking turns.”
— Readers' Favorite (2021)“I really like how the story integrates science facts about the moon, earth, daylight with social skills like kindness, sharing, taking turns and friendship in a smooth and coherent way.”
— Early Childhood Consultant Review“Perfect gift for children. I got this book today and I love it, I love everything about it…the story, the quality, and the illustrations are fabulous!!! Great gift for my grandchildren this Christmas.”
— Amazon Customer“This is a delightful children's book. The message of sharing and taking turns is what drew me to this book for my granddaughter. It's a delightful little story about the Sun and the Moon fighting for attention.”
— Amazon Customer“This is a wonderful children's book! I wound up buying this book for all my grandchildren. It is a wonderful little book and beautifully designed and illustrated. The messages are especially important in these critical times.”
— Amazon Customer“STEM + Kindness in one book = WIN. This story tells a terrific story about the sun and the moon and the roles they play in our universe, but more importantly... it also focuses on the theme of taking turns.”
— Amazon Customer“Terrific find for children. Beautifully illustrated and written. What a great story and lesson for kids. This is a great find on Amazon! I will be ordering many for Christmas gifts.”
— Amazon Customer“Fabulous Book. I purchased this book as I was attracted by the title and the fact it was written by someone with a background with teaching children. The story is charming, beautifully told and leaves the reader and child with a touching message.”
— Amazon Customer“Cute story with great info. Cute story with fun language & awesome facts! The back matter is clever! Enjoyed the story!”
— Amazon Customer“This is a beautiful book. We all want our children (and grandchildren) to know the value of taking turns. This book illustrates the advantages of taking turns beautifully by using the moon and sun.”
— Amazon Customer“Heartwarming Values and Illustrations. After the reviews, I wanted to see the book itself. Once I got it, I ordered 3 more as gifts to others!! I really like the underlying message that cooperation and understanding of one another's views can lead to long-term enjoyment, fulfillment and happiness.”
— Amazon Customer“Lovely picture book for children of all ages. Taking Turns is a fantastic book for all ages! My 4th grade class loves this book, and the illustrations. It is a great lead into our science unit on the solar system.”
— Amazon Customer