WHO IS CHARLIE THE CHICKEN MUSHROOM?!

Charlie has become my alter ego over the years. I see a lot of myself in this unique chicken mushroom with a wild side. Charlie is unlike any other creature in the garden and that makes him feel special. He shares his sense of humor and zest for life with his friends, the "garden gang." They embrace Charlie's wild side and encourage him to be the best chicken mushroom he can be. Even though he's different his friends all think he's great. Let your Freak Flag Fly! 

About the author

I eat, therefore I cook! After graduating from culinary school I have spent the last 14 years in all different facets of the restaurant industry. Over the past year I have been instructing and developing a culinary course at Emily Griffith Technical College designed to get passionate people into Denver’s best kitchens. I’ve also always loved to write and during my time as a nanny I put all my passions into motion to create The 9 Lives of Charlie the Chicken Mushroom. All based on true events that have happened to me I wanted to emphasize friendship and letting your freak flag fly! I also wanted a way to introduce kids to more obscure vegetables and encourage them to get cooking. I partnered with Share Our Strength, a charity that educates families on the importance of healthy cooking and affordable options. Their goal is to end childhood hunger in America and $1 from each book sold is donated to their cause.