CREATIVE AUTHOR & ARTIST
THE KALEIDOSCOPE GNOME
Preschool through early elementary (ages 4-8)
Inventive gnome, Maddy, is full of hope and vision that her small, dull village of Pine Grove can be happy, if only they would see their potential. She builds a kaleidoscope to inspire them, and together, they find vibrancy.
Manuscript only. No illustrations.
DJ MEMORY
Elementary (ages 6-10)
Eric knows music is a great unifier, even among a group of strangers. He picks a jukebox tune to honor the legacy of his Pop Pop and turns a dull restaurant into a dance hall full of memories and smiles. Did Pop Pop inspire Eric from his place among the stars?
Manuscript only. No illustrations.
THE WORM SAVER
Preschool through 1st grade (ages 3-6)
Emma is free to be what she wants—an astronaut, a pirate, or a princess, to name a few. But when she sees worms struggling, what else can she do? In a flash, she’s a hero, with a song to save the day. A little dirt never hurt, and she’s a fearless kid at play.
Manuscript only. No illustrations.
MY FRIEND, THE GIANT
Preschool through early elementary (ages 4-8)
Playful, inventive Noah loves having his friend, the Giant around to help with all the big things in life: they build a treehouse, string holiday lights, touch the tops of skyscrapers, architect bridges, and more. But while Noah always wants to do grandiose things, his friend, the Giant quietly prefers the small moments. One day the Giant takes the lead and they use their five senses. By the end, Noah becomes more emotionally intelligent and learns to balance receiving with giving.
Manuscript only. No illustrations.
HIGHTY HIGHTY HO
Preschool through 1st grade (ages 3-6)
It’s a cold winter morning at the lake, but who said you can’t have fun inside?! The kids start a band with things they find around the house and play a show on an island for their biggest fans! Readers will be inspired to join the band and sing along (or drum along) as this family makes music together.
Manuscript only. No illustrations.
