Frances Flamingo Prima Ballerina

Description

Dottie Lee is an award-winning, bestselling author and dance professional who has spent her career empowering children and adults, including those with neurological and mobility challenges. Frances Flamingo Prima Ballerina was inspired by her students who needed reassurance when learning new choreography. Rather than just teaching dance steps, Dottie instills confidence-helping her students see that new steps aren’t hard–just new.

Growing up across the street from her town library, Dottie fell in love with books filled with adventure, mystery, and laughter, sparking a lifelong passion for storytelling. Now, through her heartfelt children’s books, she fosters self-confidence, inclusion, and empathy, creating relatable characters that resonate with young readers. Her goal is to spark meaningful conversations through her stories between children, parents, grandparents, and teachers, turning story time into cherished moments that bring generations together.

When she’s not writing, you will find Dottie designing her latest quilt, taking long walks with her fluffy Bichon Frise, or dreaming up the next exciting adventure for Frances Flamingo.