Upcoming events.

✨I’ll be at the Spring Chapter Book Fair, talking books, celebrating reading and connecting with the amazing bookish community in Dallas.

As a Latina picture book author, moments like this mean the world to me. Every conversation, every reader , every child who lights up when they see a book they love is the why I write.

If you’re attending, please come say hi and enter my bookish GIVEAWAY! I always love meeting fellow book lovers, librarians, teachers, and families who support stories.💛

I’m bringing a few fun things for readers and educators:

✨Newsletter Sign Up Giveaway✨

Sign up for my free newsletter at my table and you’ll be entered to win:

📚A Bookish Surprise Bundle

My newsletter is where I share:
📚 New book announcements
✨Behind the scenes writing updates
🎉Giveaways and reader exclusives

✨Teachers & librarians:
I’ll also be sharing information about my virtual author visits for schools and libraries. If you’re looking for a fun literacy program, come grab a card and learn more!

✨Let’s stay bookish friends ☺️
If you love picture books, romantasy, and cozy bookish content, make sure to follow me here on Intagram too.

Come say hello, talk books with me, and celebrate stories together. See you there! 🧡

Past Events.

Flyer for a storytelling event titled 'Storywalk Storytime' featuring Rosario Martinez scheduled for March 11 at 11:00 AM at Walter E. Luedeke Park. Includes a photo of Rosario Martinez, an illustration of her book 'Tiger's Tough Time', and details about the location in Balch Springs, TX.

🐯✨ I’m thrilled to share that Tiger’s Tough Time is part of a StoryWalk at Walter E. Luedeke Park in Balch Springs starting Wednesday, March 11! I will be there for an outdoor storytime at 11 AM.

This interactive experiences supports social-emotional learning, builds comprehension, and invites families to talk about our emotions with our little ones. It’s a beautiful way to extend literacy beyond the classroom.

Bring your family, enjoy a walk outdoors, and follow Wyatt’s journey as he learns to face big feelings with courage and kindness. Literacy, fresh air, and meaningful conversations make for a pretty perfect day.

If you stop by, take a photo and tag me! I love seeing Wyatt out in the community with young readers!

Save the date for a outdoor storytime

🗓️ Date: Wednesday, March 11, 2026
🕰️ Time: 11:00 AM
📍Place: Walter E. Luedeke Park
3211 Hickory Tree Rd, Balch Springs, TX 75180

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🐯✨Estoy feliz de compartir que Tiger’s Tough Time sera parte del StoryWalk en Walter E. Luedeke Park in Balch Springs empezando el miercoles, 11 de marzo. Ahi estare para una hora de cuentos a las 11 am.

Esta experiencia interactiva apoya el aprendizaje socioemocional, fortalece la comprension lectora e invita a cada familia a hablar sobre nuestras emociones con nuestros pequeños. Es una forma maravillosa de llevar la lectura mas alla del salon.

Vengan con sus familias, disfruten un paseo al aire libre y sigan la historia de Wyatt mientras aprende a enfrentar grandes emociones con valentia y amabilidad. La lectura, naturaleza y conversaciones importantes son una buena parte de un dia perfecto.

Si nos visitan, tomen una foto y etiquetame! Me encanta ver a Wyatt en la communidad con pequeños lectores!

Aparten esta fecha para una hora de cuentos al aire libre!

🗓️ Fecha: miercoles, 11 marzo, 2026
🕰️ Hora: 11:00 AM
📍Lugar: Walter E. Luedeke Park
3211 Hickory Tree Rd, Balch Springs, TX 75180

Event poster for storytime event featuring a book titled 'Tiger's Tough Time' by Rosario Martinez, illustrated by Román Díaz. Date is Saturday, January 3, 2026, at Half Price Books Flagship, with storytimes at 11:30 am and 1:30 pm. The poster includes a cartoon tiger in a cozy room, wearing a blue beanie, surrounded by toys and plants, and a photo of the author Rosario Martinez with event details.

✨ Hi everyone!

Excited to welcome the New Year doing one of my favorite things: Storytime!!

I’ll be reading my picture book Tiger’s Tough Time, a story that helps little ones navigate big feelings!

In-store event at Half Price Books (5803 E. Northwest Hwy. Dallas, Tx 75231)

Hope to see you there!

✨ It’s Storytime!! 💛🐊
I’m so happy to return to Half Price Books for storytime!! I’ll be reading my picture book, A Fantastic Plan, a story about leadership, teamwork, and being a good listener. Max the alligator learns how to be a better leader while planning a welcome home party for his friend!

Afterward, I’ll be signing & personalizing books.
I’d love to meet you! 📚💛

🗓️ Date: Saturday, September 27th
🕚 Time: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
📍 Location: Half Price Books Flagship

Bring your little readers, grab a coffee, and let’s make it a fun morning and afternoon together!!

There will be activity kits for the kids provided by the ever wonderful Half Price Books booksellers!

A promotional poster for a book signing event by Rosario Martinez at Barnes & Noble on September 6th at 11 AM, featuring her children's books with colorful cover illustrations, a photo of Rosario Martinez, and event details.

✨Storytime is one of my favorite parts of being an author. It’s where books come alive for young readers! Reading together sparks imagination, builds connection, and helps children see themselves in stories. 📚💫

I’ll be sharing my books at the new Barnes & Noble in Rockwall, @bnrockwalltx Saturday, September 2nd at 11 AM during storytime, followed by a book signing. I’d love to see you there and celebrate the magic of stories with your little readers! 🧡

📍Barnes & Noble Rockwall, 1009 E Interstate 30
Rockwall, TX 75087
🗓️ Saturday, September 6, 2025
🕚 11:00 AM

Flyer for an August book event featuring Rosario Martinez, promoting tips for introverts, with a photo of Rosario, event details, date, time, location, and organizational logos.

✨ Surprise! The Society for Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI) Brazos Valley Chapter has invited me to be their August guest! I’m so excited to chat about how to navigate book events when you’re an introvert. 💁🏻‍♀️

**This is an online event you can register with the link below.

You’ve probably heard me share about my own anxiety before, but this isn’t quite about that. It’s about finding gentle, doable ways to step into the book world, connect with readers, and share your stories, even if big crowds make you want to curl up with a book instead.

If you’re a fellow introvert, a shy book lover, or an author trying to figure out how to promote your books without burning out, I’d love for you to join me. Let’s talk cozy strategies for making the most of every event. 📚

The registration link is below as well as in my bi0. I can’t wait to see you there. ☺️⬇️

🗓️ Wednesday, August 27
🕦 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
🔗 August Meeting: Book Events for Introverts with Rosario Martinez

https://www.scbwi.org/events/august-meeting-book-events-for-introverts-with-rosario-martinez

Event poster advertising a storytime and book signing with Rosario Martinez at Storytellers Bookshop in Dallas, Texas, including book covers for 'Tiger's Tough Time,' 'Olive Makes a Choice,' 'Gia Speaks Her Mind,' and 'A Fantastic Plan.'

✨Storytime + Book Signing✨

Hi Dallas,
Join me next month for story time at Storytellers Bookshop! @storytellers_bookshop
✨🐯🦌🐊 🦨 ✨📚

I’m a local Latina picture book author with four picture books covering themes like managing emotions, communication, decision-making, and leadership perfect for young readers learning to navigate the world around them.

I’m so excited to be visiting my local independent bookstore and I hope to see you there!!

🗓️Saturday, August 2, 2025
🕒 at 10:00 am
📍Storytellers Bookshop
located at the Dallas Farmers Market
(920 S. Hardwood St. Ste. 500, Dallas, Tx 75201)

Bring the kiddos, and your love for stories I will have activity pages for the kids as well as stickers and bookmarks to take home.

Can’t wait to meet you!

Event poster for Barnes & Noble storytime and book signing with Rosario Martinez on June 7th at 11 am at Prestonwood Center, Dallas, TX. Features book covers of four children's books by Rosario Martinez, including 'Tiger's Tough Time,' 'Olive Makes a Choice,' 'A Fantastic Plan,' and 'Gia Speaks Her Mind,' along with a photo of Rosario Martinez.

✨ Another storytime is just around the corner! 📚 I’m so excited to share my stories with young readers everywhere. Storytime isn’t just fun, it helps spark imagination, build empathy and grow a love for reading.

Come join me at Barnes & Noble Prestonwood for storytime & book signing starting promptly at 11:00 am.
🌟 🐯 🦨 🐊 🦌 🌟

📍 Barnes & Noble Prestonwood
5301 Belt Line Rd #118, Dallas, TX 75254
🗓️ Saturday, June 7 
⏰ 11:00 AM

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¡Otra hora de cuentos está a la vuelta de la esquina! 📚 Estoy muy emocionada de compartir mis historias con pequeños lectores de todas partes. La hora de cuentos no solo es divertida, también despierta la imaginación, fomenta la empatía y cultiva el amor por la lectura.

¡Acompáñame en Barnes & Noble Prestonwood para una hora de cuentos y firma de libros que comenzará puntualmente a las 11:00 a. m.!
🌟 🐯 🦨 🐊 🦌 🌟

📍 Barnes & Noble Prestonwood
5301 Belt Line Rd #118, Dallas, TX 75254
🗓️ Sábado, 7 de junio
⏰ 11:00 a. m.

Flyer for a book signing event with Rosario Martinez at Barnes & Noble on May 24th at 11 am, located at Pavilion East Shopping Center, Richmond, TX. The flyer features four children's book covers and a photo of Rosario Martinez.

✨ I’m so excited to host my first Storytime at Barnes & Noble! 📚✨

While it’s not my first time reading with little book lovers, it is my debut at this wonderful store and I can’t wait to share Wyatt, Max, Olive and Gia’s stories with them! I hope to see you there! 🌟🐯 🦨 🐊 🦌 🌟

📍 Barnes & Noble Richardson
📅 Saturday, May 24, 2025
⏰ 11:00 AM

Join us for a fun, welcoming morning perfect for young readers and their grown-ups. Let’s make it a storytime to remember!

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¡Estoy muy emocionada de presentar mi primer Storytime en Barnes & Noble! 📚✨
Aunque no es mi primera vez leyendo con pequeños, sí es mi debut en esta maravillosa tienda, ¡y no puedo esperar para compartir las historias de Wyatt, Max, Olive y Gia con ellos! ¡Espero verlos allí!
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📍 Barnes & Noble Richardson
🗓️ Sábado, 24 de mayo de 2025
⏰ 11:00 AM

Acompáñanos en una mañana divertida y acogedora, perfecta para pequeños lectores y sus acompañantes. ¡Hagamos de este un Storytime inolvidable!

Event poster for a book and author fair featuring author Rosario Martinez. The poster includes a headshot of Rosario Martinez with pink-tinted hair and a smiling face. There is a stack of books on the right side. The event details are handwritten, stating it takes place on May 17 from 10 AM to 3 PM at 919 Morrell Ave. and features books, author signings, food, music, and storytelling. Four children's books by Rosario Martinez are shown, with colorful covers: 'Tiger's Tough Time', 'Olive Makes a Choice', 'Gia Speaks Her Mind', and 'A Fantastic Plan'. The poster also includes the writer's website, writersgarret.org, and a note that the event is part of the Dolly Parton’s Lit! Literary Festival.

📚✨ Hi everyone! May is looking beautiful with lots of literary events! I’m so excited to be a part of the Dallas is Lit Literary Festival this year! 🥳 This family-friendly event is FREE to the public and the perfect way to support local authors and celebrate the Dallas literary community! 💛📖

I’ll be there in the morning at 10:00 am with my books AND free activity sheets for the kiddos so be sure to stop by and say hi! 😀 Whether you're a book lover, parent, or just looking for a fun weekend outing, there’s something for everyone! 🎨📚

Let’s celebrate stories, community, and creativity together—can’t wait to meet you! 🎉

Spring storytime and book signing event poster featuring Rosario Martinez, with details about date, location, and storytime times, and an illustration of the book Gia Speaks Her Mind.

🎤✨ Ready to SPEAK UP and SHINE?

I’m so excited to be doing a storytime once more at Half Price Books Flagship!


Come join me for storytime at Half Price Books where I’ll be reading my book Gia Speaks Her Mind, a story all about confidence, kindness, and using your voice! 💬🦋

I’ll have a small number of books available for purchase, but if you already have one, definitely bring it I’d love to sign it for you. 🖊️💛

🗓️ May 10, 2025 at 11:30 am & 1:30 pm
📍 Half Price Books Flagship

Can’t wait to meet you!

Flyer for Spring Storytime event featuring social-emotional learning activities, with colorful illustrations of a rainbow, a cloud, and smiling flowers. Details include date, time, location, guest author Rosario Martinez, and activities like crafts, games, food, and prizes. Includes a photo of Rosario Martinez and a book cover of "Tiger's Tough Time."

🐯✨ Storytime & Fun Day Alert! ✨📚

Hola everyone I’m so excited to share that I’ll be a part of Readers 2 Leaders, reading day celebration! Readers 2 Leaders is an empowering organization dedicated to helping students across the Dallas area.

Bring the little ones for a day filled with stories, games, prizes, a raffle, activities, and delicious food! 🎨🎈🍕

I’ll be reading TIGER’S TOUGH TIME, a story about managing our emotions and friendship. 🐯💛

📅 Saturday, April 5th
📍 2800 N Hampton Rd. Suite 120
⏰ 10:00 AM

Promotional poster for the Texas Library Association conference 2025 in Dallas, April 1-4. Features a picture of Rosario Martinez, a picture book author, along with covers of four children's books she authored.

📚✨ More Exciting News! I’m heading to TLA! ✨📚

I’m so thrilled to be attending the Texas Library Association Conference (TLA) this year! 🎉 I’ve always wanted to go and this is the year!! Wooo! 🥳 I can’t wait to connect with librarians, teachers, and fellow book lovers to talk all things stories, kids’ lit, and the magic of reading. If you’ll be there, come say hi if you see me—I’d love to chat! 👋💛

Poster for World Read Aloud Day on February 5, 2025, featuring book covers and an illustration of children sitting at desks, some dressed in costumes, celebrating reading.

📚✨World Read Aloud Day is coming up, and I’m so excited to celebrate with you! 🎉

Teachers and librarians, I’m offering FREE virtual classroom readings of one of my picture books the week of February 3–7.

I’ve personally made this event a week long event because of my own love for reading. 💖

Spots are limited, so if you’d like to book a session, use my contact form. Let’s make this World Read Aloud Day unforgettable. 🌟

📋✨ https://www.rosariomartinezwrites.com/contact

An event poster for a storytelling session with Rosario Martinez at Half Price Books, featuring a children's book titled "Tiger's Tough Time" about managing emotions. The poster includes the book cover, a photo of Rosario Martinez, event date of January 18, 2025, time from 11:30 AM to 2:00 PM, and location at 5803 Northwest Hwy.

✨📚 Hi everyone!

Join me Saturday, January 18th for STORYTIME at Half Price Books (the flagship store) at 11:30 am. I’m excited to see you and also super excited to see the cats and dogs Dallas Animal Shelter will be bringing later that day! 🐈 🐶

✨ Come have a good time at Half Price Books bring your kiddos, bring your books for me to sign and who knows you might find a friend to give a forever home to. 😊

Event flyer for author Rosario Martinez's book signing on September 27 at 5 PM, featuring her portrait, a cartoon book cover titled "Olive Makes a Choice," and images of cookies.

✨ Surprise! I’m so excited to share that I have another event this week at San Martin’s Bakery in Uptown Dallas. The event is this Friday, September 27 starting at 5 pm and concluding at 9 pm. I’ll be signing and personalizing books so if you already have my books bring them! I’d love to see you! I’ll also have a few copies available too.

See you for an evening filled with panecitos & cafecitos! 🥐 ☕️

Event poster featuring author Rosario Martinez at Half Price Books, with a photo of her and images of four children's book covers titled "Tiger's Tough Time," "Olive Makes a Choice," "A Fantastic Plan," and "Gia Speaks Her Mind," scheduled for Sunday, September 1, 2024, at 1:00 PM at 5803 Northwest Hwy.

From Storytime to Story Worlds

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✨ Hi there! Super excited to have Half Price Books as my very first place to have a book signing! For years this particular location has been very special to me & I’m over the moon they’re hosting me. I’ve written/worked on several books here including two of these picture books.☺️

This is a local bookish event organized by your local children’s book authors so there will be other amazing picture book authors for you to meet! Save the date and join us! I’ll have a few books available for sale to sign or you can bring your own from home for me to sign.

I can’t wait to see you!

Event flyer for 'Storytime' with author Rosario Martinez on September 27th at Half Price Books Flagship in Dallas, Texas. Features a photo of Rosario Martinez, details about storytimes at 11:30 am and 1:30 pm, and an image of her book 'A Fantastic Plan' with a cartoon alligator. Includes autumn-themed decorations like leaves, pumpkin, acorn, and mushroom illustrations.
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Half-Price Books

Hi everyone!
I’d love for you to join me at my first signing event! I’ll be there along with several other local others such as Patricia Vermillion, Rosie Pova, Angela Henderson-Smith and Alan Elliot. Books will be available for purchase from all authors. But if you already have my books bring them with you I’m happy to sign them.

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