'Countess Pigula' author/illustrator on local tour

Karen Freysinger, author and illustrator of the children's book series "Adventures of Countess Pigula," has scheduled several signings and story times at area locations as part of the release of the second book in the series. Recommended for ages 5 to 10, the series is about a fun-loving and

whimsical guinea pig. Ms. Freysingers will be at:

. Borders, 10600 Tamiami Trail N., North Naples, at 10:45 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 13.

. Bailey's Grocery Store, 2477 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, 10 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 14.

. The Lions Club Farmers Market, U.S. 41 at the Promenade, Bonita Springs, 7 a.m. to noon Saturday, Dec. 20 and 27.

. Borders in Gulf Coast Town Cenrer, Fort Myers, 3-6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 20.

For more information, visit www. CountessPigula.com