Debra B. Faulkner, author of the award-winning biography,Touching Tomorrow: The Emily Griffith Story, tells the story of the founder of Elitch Gardens, Denver's first zoo and amusement park.
“How pleased Mary Elitch Long would be to share memories of her Gardens with readers in the twenty-first century! Mary’s amusement park was beloved by people of all ages for its animals, its rides, and its famous theater.”
Colorado Independent Publishers Association Awards
Filter Press books were honored by the Colorado Independent Publishers Association at the fourteenth annual EVVY Awards banquet, held March 28 at the Red Lion Stapleton Hotel in Denver.
Prunes and Rupe by Lydia Griffin, illustrated by Judith Hunt, placed second in the Children's Book category.
In the 'Tech' category, Judith Hunt's illustrations were awarded first place.