A: I am originally from Teoc, Mississippi. I now live in Cabot, Arkansas and I am an Army Veteran, Wife, Mom of two amazing little girls, Registered Oncology Nurse, and now published children’s author.

This book is a perfect family-friendly read that will keep readers guessing until the end — a funny rhyming adventure with Daddy, Mommy, Marilyn, and Scarlett as they try to uncover the source of a mysterious smell that doesn’t quite sit so well.

Hi, I’m Sophie Jones-Tinsley (also known as Sophie JT). I’m 29, West Yorkshire based and love all things education. I think learning, reading, and developing our minds is the best thing a person can do. A saying I love and live by is “If you are the smartest person in the room, then you are in the wrong room!”

Ivory the Ghost had a problem. It was her job to spook the farm, but Ivory was scared of her own boo! How will Ivory face her fear? With the help from friends, Ivory learns to be proud and loud with her boo!

This story encourages readers to join in with their own voices while exploring music concepts of high/low and fast/slow in a story about being brave and facing your fear with the support of friends.

Mimi Brocoli et le Soleil qui sèche les Larmes” is a heartwarming tale that beautifully captures the essence of friendship, diversity, and the joy of discovery.

I’m originally from Los Angeles, California, and I have a deep love for writing, crafting, and exploring. After the Los Angeles fires, I realized I didn’t want to wait on dreams anymore and decided to actualize them, not only to make myself proud but also to heal old wounds.

in her own way, eleven-year-old Rena Whittaker has always been brave. At times, though, her confidence falters, clouded by her fear of being heard when she sings. With gentle encouragement from her neighbor, Eithan, and a little help from her robot dog, Rena discovers that overcoming fear requires action—sometimes beginning with a single out-loud note. This heartwarming story reminds us that when we do our part, combining effort with faith, we grow in courage and confidence while discovering joy along the way.

As the warmth of summer lingers and little hearts continue to chase dreams under the sunlit sky, we bring you our August edition filled with imagination, inspiration, and the sparkle of young creativity. This month, we dive into stories that celebrate courage, kindness, and the pure joy of discovery—reminders that even the smallest voices can echo with the biggest impact.

What happens when a child asks a question that doesn’t have a simple answer?

In Is Opa a Girl?, curious and inquisitive Avery wants to understand something new, something big. She’s fishing with her Opa when she suddenly asks a very direct question: “Are you a girl?”

What follows is a thoughtful, age-appropriate conversation about gender identity, the difference between how we look on the outside and how we feel on the inside, and the importance of embracing people just as they are.

Written with love, clarity, and honesty by Lisa Michelle, a devoted Oma and passionate storyteller, this book is part of The Precocious Child Series, created to help parents and caregivers navigate big questions from little ones with care and confidence.

MEET PHILLIP…..

A 1st grader who is SUPER excited about school, but NOT super excited about school drills.
His teacher helps take away some fears while teaching the class that drills must be taken seriously!
D to the R to the I-L-L….I know it’s just a DRILL…but we MUST do it WELL!!