I'm happy to be featuring Beth Anderson, another #Epic18 debut picture book author pal. Her picture book, AN INCONVENIENT ALPHABET, illustrated by Elizabeth Baddeley, is a must for anyone interested in a fascinating look at language and spelling, as well as the friendship between Ben Franklin and Noah Webster. I look forward to adding this to my picture book collection. Here are Beth's thoughts on stories . . . creativity . . . and connection. STORIES – Discuss what inspires