Are you one of these people that likes to make lists? I know I am. A list helps me accomplish all I need to do in a day. It also reminds me of all the things I should think about to balance the to-do list...

I’m sure we’re all afraid of something at some time or other. Sometimes our fears take over our lives and that’s never a good thing. That’s what happened to Paulie. He’s a plover, a shorebird (or beach bird) who spent the warm summer months at...

Frankie often lies in bed after the sun comes up and thinks about other things he might be than just the plain old version of himself. He can see himself being a werewolf who howls at the moon at night, or he could be a...

What do you see when you look in the mirror? Do you see a brave young person ready to take on the world and fight all the demons? Do you see a powerful young person, knowing full well what destiny has in store and how...

What defines a family? Is it a Mom and Dad and children born to these parents? Is it a Mom and Dad with adopted or foster children? Is it two Dads or two Moms caring for the children? Or grandparents caring for the children their...

Precious Boy, No Matter What is written by Katie Didit and illustrated by Laird Atkins. This short story shows how important it is to remain culturally diverse and respectful, no matter what. Anyone can choose to be kind and understanding without being blinded by race,...

Princesses Don’t Have Sticky Hair, written by Angela Castillo and illustrated by Cher Jiang, is a short children’s story full of funny little mythological beings. Fairies that may do some homework, dragons that might toast a marshmallow or two for their friends, brownies that love...

Please Don't Tell Cooper He's A Dog is a children’s animal picture book written by Michelle Lander Feinberg and illustrated by Anna Mosca. Cooper was definitely their dog; from the moment they set eyes upon him at the animal shelter, they knew he was going...

Pink and Purple Bob was a small dog who loved pink and purple and would wait all day, not playing, just so he could see some pink and purple things. He would sit on the windowsill to spot his favorite colors. He even looked for...

Nicky is a very special puppy. He’s different. Well, only physically he’s different. He doesn’t have a paw on one of his rear legs. But that doesn’t hold him back. He’s still full of energy and lots of love. Only thing is, his mommy’s breeder...