Deputy Dorkface Meets Wimpy Kid!

Posted on Nov 04, 2013

Kevin was honored to be the moderator for Jeff Kinney’s Diary of a Wimpy Kid Book 8, Hard Luck, International kick-off at the Vegas Valley Book Festival.  The morning began with a presentation of Deputy Dorkface (Sugaropolis), followed by a … Continue reading →

Deputy Dorkface honored with two awards on one day!!

Posted on Oct 16, 2013

October 15th, what a day for the Deputy!  In the morning, news came down that Mannerland was named as the sole Gold Award Recipient in the General – Early Reader Category for 2013!  Included in the notice:  “Entries were received … Continue reading →

WOW! And we mean… WOW!

Posted on Oct 01, 2013

It was a humble honor for Kevin to emcee the annual Spread the Word Nevada gala Saturday night, September 28th. If you’re not familiar with Spread the Word, they work tirelessly on literacy efforts, and so far have donated more … Continue reading →

Mannerland awarded Seal of Approval

Posted on May 30, 2013

The Deputy Dorkface team was flattered and honored upon reading the review and subsequent “seal of approval” from Children’s Literary Classics.  Author Kevin Janison said, “We had a lot of fun creating a story that would make kids of all … Continue reading →

Houston Style Magazine

Posted on Apr 11, 2013

We appreciate the kind words!  Appearing in a Houston Style Magazine article offering book suggestions on April 4, 2013: For a great read-aloud that grade-schoolers will love, look for the Deputy Dorkface books by Kevin D. Janison, illustrated by Eldon Doty. These books … Continue reading →

A Real Live Dorkface

Posted on Jan 25, 2013

Yes, Kevin Janison really gets into his storytelling – bringing Deputy Dorkface to life for his adoring fans. Here’s the proof: a photo of him entertaining the crowd at Greenfield Elementary School in Gilbert, Arizona recently. But don’t worry … … Continue reading →

Third Graders Deputized!

Posted on Dec 05, 2012

Kevin has returned to the desert after a wonderful trip to Long Beach, California and neighboring areas.  It’s always a warm and special feeling to have the welcome mat displayed for the author visit, and it’s very much appreciated, but this one … Continue reading →

Janison to lead Panel Discussion

Posted on Oct 30, 2011

The Vegas Valley Book Festival has tabbed our own Kevin Janison to moderate a discussion on creating books for children.  Kevin and the Deputy, of course, have been storytelling on the main stage each year.  Along with the performance, will be an opportunity … Continue reading →

Deputy Dorkface goes psychedelic

Posted on May 25, 2010

Well?  Kevin likes to maintain dim lighting when sharing a Deputy Dorkface story, so (as he puts it) Eldon’s illustrations can really “pop.”            However, upon telling a story and moving from side-to-side, occasionally our author … Continue reading →