Judy England-McCarthy has just published her newest creations “Twas Midnight” and “Why, Oh Why, Did A Witch Swallow A Fly” both are entertaining Halloween Tales. One is based on a poem she created and the other is a fun adaptation of an old nursery rhyme.

About A Natural Born Storyteller Judy England-McCarthy has been creating & telling stories her whole life. Judy has been a workshop facilitator since the late 1990s, with her professional career as a storyteller commencing in 2009. She is a member of several Storytelling Guilds and the National Storytelling Network. Her background also includes a published author & poet, RN, and Licensed Massage Therapist.

As a storyteller, Judy was given the opportunity of performing two of her original tales at the National Storytelling Conference, in 2013 in-person and again in 2020 online. As a poet, one of her poems was presented at “The Just Listening Event” by The Missouri Arts Council in 2016. Her first book, "Amazing Petunia’s Adventures" which was updated and revised 2013, is in production as a children's animation.

Judy sprinkles elements of humor, wisdom, and originality into her telling. With a strong theatrical background, her stories physically come alive before your very eyes. Judy can be found performing at various venues throughout the tri-state area including libraries, schools, and festivals. Judy is available for online performances & workshops anywhere in the world.

Performance Fee: Sliding Scale

Workshop Fee: Sliding Scale

Travel: Out of Region

Audience: Elementary, Teens, Families, Adults

Genres: Folktales, Historical Tales, Personal Stories, Humorous Tales

Judy England-McCarthy’s lively, expressive and dramatic style keeps the entire audience enchanted – here is a performance not to miss! LINDA HANSEN Library Director, South Plainfield Public Library

Judy’s stories on the Old West painted an unforgettable image of the life and times of the pioneers. Her rendition of Annie Oakley was especially entertaining. JOANNE STIVALE Legislative Chairperson AARP

You are such a natural talent. I hope you will continue to bring your gifts to other schools and libraries. I would recommend you to anyone! DONNA BODE Children's Librarian Rahway NJ