Grandma Libby Sings Opera

Hardcover

An inspirational story about the quiet talents we all have but may not share with others and how our community acts as our extended, supportive family.

Grandma Libby and her cat have their morning routine but when one of her neighbors stumbles upon Grandma Libby’s amazing hidden talent, the whole town comes together to surprise and support her! This charming story is set in the author’s home town of Olean, New York. It is illustrated by Alex Derwick, who also grew up in Olean, dotting the book with people and sites that lend this sweet story authenticity and warmth.



Susan Keenan was born and raised in Olean, New York, setting for Grandma Libby Sings Opera. She is the daughter of Jim and Libby Keenan and the youngest of eight children. The Grandma Libby series of books have been written for Jim and Libby’s children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren as a reminder of their roots. Susan and her husband, Paul, are raising their two sons, Finnegan and Levi in Denver, Colorado. Grandma Libby lives in Olean, New York and still considers Susan to be her baby.