Anne-Marie has a Diploma in Library and Information Science and has been on the Storylines Management Committee from 2016-2017, and again since 2021. She was a Storylines Notable Book Awards panellist from 2017-2019.
Anne-Marie quotes Charles William Elliot: “Books are the quietest and most constant of friends; they are the most accessible and wisest of counsellors, and the most patient of teachers.” She says, “It is a great privilege to serve all who are committed to bringing books and children together through my involvement with Storylines New Zealand. I am grateful to work with an inspired group as we strive to encourage the publication and distribution of quality children’s books, give children everywhere the opportunity to discover books with high literary and artistic standards, and to provide support and training for those involved with children and children’s literature.”