Daryl Cobb
Daryl Cobb | |
---|---|
Daryl Cobb, Children's Book Author | |
Born |
Utica, New York, USA | December 5, 1961
Occupation | Writer, Educational Presenter for Schools Grades K-8, Singer, Songwriter, Storyteller |
Nationality | American |
Genre | Children's fiction, real life fiction, humor |
Notable works | Baseball, Bullies & Angels, Mr. Moon, Greta's Magical Mistake, Daddy Did I Ever Say? I Love You, Love You, Every Day |
Spouse | Joanne Cobb (1993–present) |
Children | Cameron Cobb and Kayley Cobb |
Website | |
www |
Daryl Cobb is an American author, and children's (K-8) educational presenter.[1] Daryl is known for his work in children's literature (picture books fiction, middle grade fiction and real life fiction) and has written 17 books.[2] In 2014, his novel Baseball, Bullies & Angels won gold as a recipient of a Mom’s Choice Award.[3] He also tours schools presenting educational programs.[4]
Critical reception
Cobb has received positive reviews for his work. Kirkus Reviews, in 2013, called his children's novel Baseball, Bullies & Angels "required reading for kids and parents."[5] In 2014, Baseball, Bullies & Angels[6] won gold, with a Mom's Choice Award[3] and was endorsed by Stand For the Silent,[7] a non-profit anti-bullying organization in the United States.[7] Daryl Cobb is also known for his live performances and interactive educational programs, (A Writer's Journey and Music & Storytime) visiting more than 80 schools each year.[8] His work with school children has been received positively.[8][9][10]
Acting
While attending Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, Virginia, Cobb studied theater, music and learned to play the guitar. He has acted in many stage productions though the years including Biloxi Blues by Neil Simon and Fifth of July by Lanford Wilson.[11]
Personal life
Cobb was born December 5, 1961, in Utica, New York. He is the second of five children of Edward John Cobb, a retired high school math teacher, and Jacqueline Lee Bostwick, a homemaker and retired Methodist Minister.[12][13] The family resided in Hampton, New Jersey in Hunterdon County, where Daryl attended Hampton Public School[14] and graduated from North Hunterdon High School in 1979.[13] Cobb married Joanne M. Salimbeno on November 13, 1993.[13] Daryl and Joanne have two children together, whom Daryl often credits for inspiring his career as a children's author.[13][14] Cobb and his family reside in Hunterdon County, New Jersey.[13]
Bibliography
Daryl Cobb Books | Type of Book | Year Published | ISBN | ||
---|---|---|---|---|---|
The Frogs: A Happy Life | Picture Book | January 14, 2015 | 978-0984948758 | ||
Pirates: Monkey Troubles | Upper Elementary Chapter Book | January 14, 2015 | 978-0984948741 | ||
Baseball, Bullies & Angels | Middle Grade,YA Novel,Real Life Fiction | September 17, 2013 | 978-0615879239 | Kirkus Reviews | |
Greta’s Magical Mistake | Picture Book | April 17, 2013 | 978-0615796321 | Kirkus Reviews | |
Henry Hare’s Floppy Socks | Picture Book | April 17, 2013 | 978-0615796109 | Kirkus Reviews | |
Mr. Moon | Picture Book | October 1, 2012 | 978-1463619190 | Kirkus Reviews | |
Pirates: Legend of the Snarlyfeet | Picture Book | January 2, 2011 | 978-1456413750 | ||
Pirates: The Ring of Hope | Upper Elementary and Middle Grade Novel | December 8, 2011 | 978-0615537436 | Kirkus Reviews | |
Count With Daniel Dinosaur | Picture Book | August 26, 2010 | 978-1453793763 | ||
Barnyard Buddies: Perry Parrot Finds a Purpose | Picture Book | August 25, 2010 | 978-0578063911 | ||
Do Pirates Go To School? | Picture Book | April 10, 2010 | 978-0578055350 | ||
Boy on the Hill | Picture Book | August 26, 2010 | 978-1453793800 | ||
Bill the Bat Baby Sits Bella | Picture Book | December 5, 2008 | 978-1605858180 | Kirkus Reviews | |
Daddy Did I Ever Say? I Love You, Love You, Every Day | Picture Book | December 5, 2007 | 978-1424339181 | Kirkus Reviews | |
Bill the Bat Loves Halloween | Picture Book | September 9, 2007 | 978-1424344543 | Kirkus Reviews | |
Daniel Dinosaur | Picture Book | September 5, 2007 | 978-1424317127 | Kirkus Reviews | |
Bill the Bat Finds His Way Home | Picture Book | May 22, 2007 | 978-1424319985 | ||
References
- ↑ Cobb, Daryl. "Author Visits by Daryl Cobb". Author Visits by Daryl Cobb. Daryl Cobb Productions. Retrieved June 24, 2015.
- ↑ Kirkus, Reviews. "Daryl Cobb author page". Kirkus Reviews. Kirkus Reviews. Retrieved June 15, 2015.
- 1 2 Cobb, Daryl. "Mom's Choice Awards". Mom's Choice Awards. Mom's choice awards. Retrieved June 15, 2015.
- ↑ Kintish, Lisa (19 March 2014). "Author inspires Rockaway Borough students to be creative writers". Mahwah Suburban News. NorthJersey.com. Retrieved 3 July 2015.
- ↑ Kirkus, Reviews. "Baseball, Bullies & Angels". www.kirkusreviews.com. Kirkus Reviews. Retrieved June 15, 2015.
- ↑ Cobb, Daryl. "Baseball, Bullies & Angels". www.darylcobb.com/BaseballBullieandAngels.html. authorvisitsbydarylcobb.com. Retrieved June 26, 2015.
- 1 2 Smally, Kirk. "Baseball, Bullies & Angels". Author Visits. Stand for the Silent. Retrieved June 24, 2015.
- 1 2 Debbie, Adams. "Daryl Cobb visits Herman L. Horn Elementary". www.ourvalley.org. The Vinton Messenger. Retrieved June 25, 2015.
- ↑ Cuchran, Glenda. "Lehigh Elementary". www.darylcobb.com/AReferences.html. Daryl Cobb Productions. Retrieved June 26, 2015.
- ↑ Nestor, Patricia. "Seventh District Elementary". www.darylcobb.com/AReferences.html. Daryl Cobb Productions. Retrieved June 26, 2015.
- ↑ Christopher, David. "My favorite "Ensemble" Plays". arcadianclock direct/ensemble. David Christopher. Retrieved June 25, 2015.
- ↑ Bostwick, Joanne. "History of Califon Methodist Church". www.califonumc.org/. Califon Methodist Church. Retrieved July 3, 2015.
- 1 2 Hunterdon County Democrat. "Children's author Daryl Cobb returns to Hampton". www.NJ.com. Hunterdon County Democrat. Retrieved June 25, 2015.
External links
- Official Website: with a complete list of publications
- Kirkus Reviews: Author page with Bio
- Library of Congress