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AMELIA, THE ISLAND
a book of magical history!

AMELIA, THE ISLAND a book of magical history! AMELIA, THE ISLAND a book of magical history! AMELIA, THE ISLAND a book of magical history!
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AMELIA, THE ISLAND
a book of magical history!

AMELIA, THE ISLAND a book of magical history! AMELIA, THE ISLAND a book of magical history! AMELIA, THE ISLAND a book of magical history!

authorrobinpullen @gmail.com

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AMELIA, the Island! available at Storyandsongarts.org

AMELIA, the Island! available at Storyandsongarts.org AMELIA, the Island! available at Storyandsongarts.org AMELIA, the Island! available at Storyandsongarts.org
Premiering at Northwestern's Playground, April, Chicago!

Northwestern's Wirtz Center, Adirondacks , NY...Caroline Herschel was the first female to discover a comet! A super STEAM read!

Storyandsongarts.org. Gds 2-5/chapter book history/fantasy launched in may! Roswell Junction, GA,6:30pm 5/19/26


tv interview: HTTPS://VIMEO.COM/CCOMSTAN/ REVIEW/1008837661/CD64E201 Amelia, the Island Song performed at American Beach's 90th celebration and at Emma Love Elementary

Caro's comet is available AT LINKTR.EE/ROBINPULLEN Played at Northwestern U. Book talks/performances at private and public schools

CAROLINE HERSCHEL, the female astronomer who discovered "the first lady's comet!" Published by Plays for new audiences.


https://vimeo.com/ccomstan/review/1019881445/5244113c83

caro's 1st Planetarium show!

CARO's COMET, THE MUSICAL

 Caroline Herschel was tagged for housework drudgery until her dancing comet introduced her to Newton, astronomy, and thousands of constellations. Caro delighted in learning as her magic telescope spotted “the lady’s first comet” while her brother discovered the planet Uranus! This family show meets national science standards  and is published by PLAYS For New Audiences

PAPA....Isaac Herschel, C's -playing, love of learning, teacher.clarinet-playing father
MAMA...Anna Herschel, protects C from education's false promises.
TELESCOPE...magical, keen on self, seer of the stars
CARO...Caroline Herschel, petite astronomer with giant dreams.
WILLIAM...C's musical, older brother, discoverer of the planet Uranus.
COMET...sneaky, dancing, sparkly icy tail, who beckons discovery.

Program by Bill Ivins
Book/Lyrics by Robin Pullen

Soundtrack by Violette Lani and Iris Andie


 



Cast: Frank, Elliot, Julia, Jeff, Sommer, Violet


1st Cast! Peggy, Elliot, Violet, Jessica, Jeff, Jan!

FREE ADVICE with George Vaill premiered to a sold out house!


Plays/musicals

The AMELIA ISLAND Musical!

The AMELIA ISLAND Musical!

The AMELIA ISLAND Musical!

AMELIA, the ISLAND MUSICAL!

Next show, 2/2027

The AMELIA ISLAND Musical!

The AMELIA ISLAND Musical!

MAMALEH, short film, two characters

The AMELIA ISLAND Musical!

A Born Again Virgin meets the Last Bachelor on the Island

MAMALEH, Social Justice Winner

A Born Again Virgin meets the Last Bachelor on the Island

A Born Again Virgin meets the Last Bachelor on the Island

A Born Again Virgin meets the Last Bachelor on the Island

Premiered in Florida!

A family musical about Marc Chagall

A Born Again Virgin meets the Last Bachelor on the Island

A new hire and retiree get the testing blues!

Published by Concord Theatricals, premmiering at the  National Children's Theatre Festival

A new hire and retiree get the testing blues!

A Born Again Virgin meets the Last Bachelor on the Island

A new hire and retiree get the testing blues!

TEACHERS the MUSICAL, a comedy for teachers by teachers!

Winner of an MAT Award

A real life drama about two cotton mill workers in 1862

Winner of the GA Theater Award and a NYC Finalist

Younger me on tv!

TEACHERS the MUSICAL ,Atlanta Fox 5 Interview

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ASTRONOMER Caroline Herschel dared to dream!

A new picture book for ages 4-9

A new picture book for ages 4-9

A new picture book for ages 4-9

 
 Journey into astronomy with CARO'S COMET, the whimsical story of Caroline Herschel, the first female astronomer to discover "the first lady's comet!" Caro longs to study the stars, view comets, and learn about astronomy, so her talking telescope beckons her to explore the constellations outside her window .

Reviews for CARO's COMET!

A new picture book for ages 4-9

A new picture book for ages 4-9

  "Caro’s Comet: a whimsical blend of stardust and everyday chores, celebrating the pioneering astronomer. Caroline Herschel.” Sara Seager, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Professor of Planetary Science, Physics, Aerospace Engineering.

 "An inspiring story that celebrates the beauty of the night sky and shows children that anyone c

  "Caro’s Comet: a whimsical blend of stardust and everyday chores, celebrating the pioneering astronomer. Caroline Herschel.” Sara Seager, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Professor of Planetary Science, Physics, Aerospace Engineering.

 "An inspiring story that celebrates the beauty of the night sky and shows children that anyone can be an astronomer. If I read CARO'S COMET when I was a kid, I know I would have adored it." Corin Marasco, BS Physics/Astrophysics
 

"This wonderfully written story of astronomer Caroline Herschel's life will inspire any child with a physical disability to reach for the stars and never give up on their dreams."

 Francine K. Rattner, V.M.D.

Caro’s Comet shows readers that curiosity, persistence, and staying true to yourself can lead to amazing outcomes!”
 Dr. Elizabeth Goff, District Teacher of the Year

 

“Like a comet, Robin Pullen’s biographical children’s book with the elements of a fable, is a well-rounded journey around astronomy, history, and family!”
 David Quang Pham, Science Dramaturg

 

Dream big, future astronomers!

A new picture book for ages 4-9

Dream big, future astronomers!

  

On every page a sparkling light captivates Caro. Famously known as the real-life "Celestial Cinderella," she uncovers the mysteries of the night sky and becomes the first female astronomer to earn a salary. Caro was even awarded the Gold Medal of Science! An enchanting story for young readers, filled with purpose, creativity, courage, a

  

On every page a sparkling light captivates Caro. Famously known as the real-life "Celestial Cinderella," she uncovers the mysteries of the night sky and becomes the first female astronomer to earn a salary. Caro was even awarded the Gold Medal of Science! An enchanting story for young readers, filled with purpose, creativity, courage, and strength, persistent Caro doesn't give up, believing in herself even when others won't. Incorporating Math and Science standards, colorful cartoon illustrations by Bill Ivins capture Caro's real-life quest to map the stars!

Books/shows

CARO debuted at the PLANETARIUM!

AMELIA longs to get out of her parents’ basement and be a Tour Guide, but she doesn’t even know Gregor MacGregor or the Beach Lady! So when Centre Street’s PIRATE PETE springs to life, the swashbuckling adventure begins! Show returns January 2027 to Story Telling Festival, Story and Song Productio


AMELIA THE ISLAND MUSICAL!

ISLAND FEVER is a romantic comedy!

When a Born Again Virgin meets the Last Bachelor on the Island, anything can happen!

Lanie

Bernie

Rachel

Carrie

 Lorenzo

                                 Dedicated to Cinematographer Gary Landau .


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