Artwork chosen to be part of the "Storybook Treasures" Exhibit at the Main Library, The Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County, October 5, 2007 - January 6, 2008. Was invited to be part of the Artist's Panel Discussion and Book Signing special event Nov. 17, 2007.

New York Times Children's Books Best Seller:

The Night Before Valentine's Day, written by Natasha Wing, illustrated by Heidi Petach.

On Best Seller list 5 weeks running, January & February, 2001.

Chosen to be the Artist-in-Residence for the

State Library of Ohio in 1999.

  • Created poster and numerous promotional items for the state's summer reading program
  • Toured throughout the state presenting at library workshops

Tennessee Library Association

Volunteer State Book Award Nominee 1995:

Goldilocks and the Three Hares, written and illustrated by Heidi Petach.

Science Books and Films*

"Best Children's Science Book List of 1990":

Rocks, Rocks Big & Small, written by Joanne Barkan and illustrated by Heidi Petach.

*Periodical of the American Association for the Advancement of Science

Science Books and Films

"Best Children's Science Book List of 1990":

Fire, Fire Burning Bright, written by Joanne Barkan and illustrated by Heidi Petach.
Recommendations

"I just wanted to say thanks so much for coming and speaking to our students. Our teachers really gave you 'rave reviews' and all of the kids are requesting your books to check out! I think visits like yours really boost interest in reading..."

-Emily Turchyn, Librarian, Batesville Primary School, Batesville, IN

"...Heidi, we can't thank you enough for all your contributions to the success of this conference. Your participation in the Showcase and the breakout sessions, as well as your willingness to autograph for those attending, are really appreciated. I personally enjoyed meeting and working with you..."

-Ron Frommeyer, GCLC Coordinator, Ohio Kentucky Indiana Children's Literature Conference, Clermont College, University of Cincinnati

"It was such a pleasure to have you present at the Eileen Tway Children's Literature Conference this year. Your session was a huge success. One participant states: 'Heidi Petach was very good- I was so impressed...'"

-Brenda Dales, Ph.D., Visiting Asst. Professor and Conference Director, Miami University, Oxford, OH