- Propose Tedd Arnold for Illustrator Panel program at TLA 2006 (March, Houston)- Success of The Original Axle Annie: Combined hardcover and paperback sales of Axle Annie total more than 40,000 copies.- Popularity of Author And Illustrator: Robin Pulver's school book club sales are terrific, and Tedd Arnold is a best-selling Dial author and artist. Both are very popular with young readers.- Relevant And Fun Subject Matter: Kids who ride the bus to school will wish Annie was their bus driver - Great Choice For Classroom Use: The school bus subject matter and themes of fairness and helpfulness will work well for classroom discussion.