Hi, my name is Arleen McCarthy, and I am so proud to say that I am a native New Yorker. I have been a teacher in New York City for over 25 years and I am also an author of a debut children’s book, MY FRIEND JOHN.

Seven-year-old Laurie is ready for a Christmas filled with sleepovers, hot cocoa, and holiday fun with her friends. But when her mom announces that they’ll be spending Christmas in Trinidad, Laurie is anything but excited.
How could Christmas be any fun, worlds away from her friends and the traditions she’s grown to love?

Discover the magic of Christmas through the eyes of an adorable little dog named Juliet!

As the holiday season arrived, Juliet noticed lots of strange things. The sudden appearance of a big green tree in the house and mountains of wrapping paper made her nervous. And what were those delicious smells coming from the kitchen?

Would this curious puppy discover why Christmas was so special—and maybe even get a gift of her own?

Experience the joy of Christmas as Juliet learns to love all the new and exciting things around her.

Juliet’s First Christmas is ideal for reading aloud, kindergarten and early elementary classrooms. Perfect for kids ages 3-7, it makes a delightful gift under the tree.

Have your child or children ever been in a competition before? Did your child win or Lose? In this book, you will find students who are eager and want to win a competition so badly, but all the projects are not working. They are failing for some reason. This story will find each child to learn to be kind and to be able to work together in LOVE.
Dear Santa, “They’re the naughty ones”. Let’s find out who really is……. Merry Christmas to all of you!!

Hi, my name is Jo Galloway, and I live on the beautiful Mid North Coast of New South Wales, Australia. I’ve spent over 30 years working with horses and have a deep love for nature and the outdoors. I share my life with my wonderful husband and a variety of farm animals. In 2018, I trained as a hypnotherapist, driven by my passion for understanding the mind’s potential and my desire to help others. This journey led me to realise that our future happiness often begins in childhood. Inspired to make a positive impact, I began writing to help inspire and guide children towards brighter, more fulfilling futures.

Come join a little girl on her journey to the first Christmas, where she sees baby Jesus and the angels. She loves it so much that she draws baby Jesus a beautiful card to express her love. This story helps to make Christmas a more personal experience, with illustrations that will capture your heart and activity pages at the end.

Princess Daisy’s dream of hosting a royal Christmas Ball brings excitement to the kingdom. She envisions a night filled with wonder and joy. As preparations begin, unexpected treasures and trials appear. Each gift and lesson reveals a surprise that adds to the magic of the season. The Ball becomes not just a time of celebration, but a reminder of the blessings of family and fellowship. Princess Daisy learns that the true spirit of Christmas lies in sharing and giving. This unforgettable night will forever be cherished in the hearts of all.

Cassie is not your ordinary Fairy, she is bold, outspoken and not afraid to be different. The story is filled with fun, adventures and lessons that will keep the reader engaged and wanting more.

My name is Sheila Galle Espejo, and I’m an author who’s super passionate about storytelling, especially for kids and teens. I love weaving together fun, imagination, and deeper life lessons in my books to inspire young minds. Spirituality and energy play a huge part in how I create my characters and stories. I really believe the world would be so much brighter if we could teach our little ones about the power of positivity, gratitude, and the magic of manifestation early on.

Hello, I am Lori Gard. I am a writer, teacher, school counsellor, counselling therapist, a mom to four great kids, a sister, daughter, wife and friend. I love long walks and hikes, reading books, listening to podcasts, playing piano, singing, eating out, attending plays, kayaking, spending time near water, traveling, playing games and being with my family. That’s me in a nutshell. Whew!