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Hays Arts Council
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millie's garden

debut exhibition of a new children's book written by Joyce Frey and illustrated by Kathleen Kuchar

“Millie’s Garden” invites readers into the enchanting and whimsical world of a rabbit named Millie, a special place where animals impart wisdom and remind us of life’s simple pleasures.


October 26 to November 18

gallery exhibition of book illustrations and accompanying text


October 31  

book signing and live readings by the author 

video & images from the live reading & book signing event below!

Author and illustrator

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AUTHOR, JOYCE FREY, PH.D.

Dr. Joyce is an International Psychologist with a focus on global cultures and indigenous peoples. Retired from a twenty-year teaching career, she currently devotes her attention to consulting, speaking engagements, and writing for professional venues. 


In this book she takes a divergent path from her customary academic pursuits, and welcomes readers into the enchanting world of a rabbit called Millie. It was written with the intent to draw adult readers and children together, and to nurture the joy of reading.


Dr. Joyce lives in a small town in southwest Kansas, described as “the middle of nowhere, but half way to everywhere.” She shares her home with a Standard Poodle named Chloë, that you may find making a debut appearance in Millie’s Garden. 


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ILLUSTRATOR, KATHLEEN KUCHAR, MFA

Kathleen Kuchar is at home in Hays, Kansas and is professor emerita of art, Fort Hays State University. She is officially “retired” but continues to create, exhibit, and present art workshops. 


Kathleen was honored as the Kansas Governor’s Visual Artist in 1993 and has received numerous awards over the years for her painting and teaching. Her acclaimed distinctive style is immediately recognizable in the illustrations she has created for this book. 


“I love animals and I love painting, so when I was invited to illustrate this ‘Millie’ book, a story full of magical words that spark the imagination, it was a definite YES! The excitement for me was bringing Millie and her friends to life for readers of all ages.” 

illustrations by kathleen Kuchar

Debut reading by Joyce Frey

Check out this great video

book signing & live reading event

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