The Last Lighthouse Keeper

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The remarkable picture book biography of Sally Snowman, who overcame obstacles and followed her dreams to make history as the last official lighthouse keeper in the United States of America.

Sally Snowman was captivated by lighthouses from the moment she first saw Boston Light as a child. She dreamed of becoming a lighthouse keeper! But school proved tricky for young Sally, who learned differently from her peers at a time when special education supports did not exist. It would be years before her learning disabilities were diagnosed, and when they were, Sally earned her teaching degree to help teach other neurodivergent students. In the meantime, Sally joined the coast guard. And when the news came that Boston Light would hire a new keeper, Sally applied. In 2003, she became the first woman keeper at Boston Light, and the last official lighthouse keeper in the United States.

Lyrical text pairs with exuberant illustrations to bring Sally’s fascinating true story to life. Backmatter included.

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Marianne Blackstone Tabner

Marianne Blackstone Tabner is an award-winning author of fiction and nonfiction picture books. She has been a strong advocate for children's diversity and literacy since her days as a mother and special education teacher in the Boston suburbs. She explores science, nature, history, and the wonders of the world around her to spark curiosity, imagination, and creativity in young readers, and occasionally stumbles upon a lighthouse. She volunteers in her local public school system, helping struggling readers to make connections with words. She now lives, writes, and plays in sunny San Diego, California.Ann Curch Gagliano is a storyteller at heart who loves bringing her imagination to life through whimsical illustrations. A graduate of Parsons School of Design, she began her career as a storyboard illustrator and designer. Her work has received numerous awards, including winning the 2025 New England SCBWI Portfolio Showcase. Ann is the proud mom of two brilliant children and lives just outside Boston with her wonderful husband and adorable corgi, Violet. When she isn't drawing, she's dreaming up new characters, imagining big adventures, and finding inspiration in the little wonders of everyday life. The Last Lighthouse Keeper is her debut picture book.