Bernadette Peters as children's book author

Bernadette Peters has written two children's books, both illustrated by Liz Murphy. The first is about a scrappy dog, named after her dog Kramer, and
the pleasure of adopting a pet. The book titled 'Broadway Barks', is
published by Blue Apple Books (2008). Peters wrote the words and music to
a lullaby, 'Kramer's Song' which is included on a CD in the book. The book
reached - 5 on The New York Times Children's Best Sellers : Picture Books
list for the week of June 8, 2008.

Peters second children's book is the story of a pit bull, Stella, named after
Peters' pit bull. The character would rather be a pig ballerina, but she learns
to accept herself. The book titled 'Stella is a Star', includes a CD with an
original song written and performed by Peters and was released in April 2010
by Blue Apple Books.

According to Publisher's Weekly, "Turning the pages to Peters' spirited
narration, which is provided in an accompanying CD, makes for a more
rewarding reading experience. The story and disc end with a sneakily
affecting self-esteem anthem, which, like the familiar tale itself, is buoyed by
the author's lovely vocals." Peters introduced the book at a reading and
signing where she also sang part of the song, at the L.A. Times Festival of
Books, Los Angeles, California, on April 24, 2010.

Bernadette Peters sings four songs on the CD accompanying the 2005
children's picture book Dewey Doo-it Helps Owlie Fly Again, the proceeds of
which benefit the Christopher Reeve Foundation. Her co-star from Sunday in
the Park With George, Mandy Patinkin, also sings on the CD.