Arnott started writing children's books when she found out she was going to be a grandmother. She has always written funny ditties and rhyme but never thought she would end up with four books.
She has four grandchildren now, ranging in age from 4 to 6. Two live in Palmerston North and two are in Perth.
Leanne Reynolds was studying in her final year of a Bachelor of Applied Visual Imaging at UCOL when she did the illustrations.
Arnott says self publishing has been a learning journey but Finn and Charlie's story is being sold by more than 100 outlets around New Zealand.
She loves reading her stories to children.
"The children are just a joy to share your story with. When you are talking to kids they come up with the most incredible questions."
She will read The Fall of the Ball at the launch of the book next Tuesday. At least one Manawatū Jets player will be there, she says.
Arnott has had a varied career including dietician, lecturer, kitchen designer and manager.
She moved to Palmerston North in 1986 and says it's a great place - not too big, easy to meet people and get around. It's also a great place for educating your children and has a nice vibe to it.
The Fall of the Ball is available from Bruce McKenzie Booksellers and Paper Plus, among other outlets.
The Details
What: Launch of The Fall of the Ball
When: Tuesday, July 20, 10am
Where: Children's Area, Central Library
Tickets: Free, just turn up
