Hi! I’m Carolyn. If you’re like me, you want to give your child the best books, books that will inspire laughter and touch touch their hearts.
But not every kid is the same, and you don’t have time to read all the books.
That’s why I’m here to help you find the right book for your child.
I’m also an author myself! You can learn more about my books at my Author Site.
Beneath the Swirling Sky is the award-winning first book of The Restorationists, a series about friendship, calling, and the power of art.
Book two, Between Flowers and Bones, releases September 10, 2024 from Waterbrook, an imprint of Penguin Random House.
The Inkwell Chronicles: The Ink of Elspet
It isn't often that I begin reading a novel and think, "This is absolutely delightful." But that's exactly what happened when I picked up The Ink of Elspet, the first book in The Inkwell Chronicles by J.D. Peabody. Even better, I think readers of my Restorationists...
Be My Valenslime
The perfect Valentine is a book! That's because February 14 also happens to be Book Giving Day... and I've got a Valentines Day picture book recommendation for you! Be My Valenslime by Kris Tarantino has just the right amount of sweet and silly. And it even has a...
A Nose for Trouble chapter book review
I have not one, but several dachshund-obsessed friends. I have to admit, they've never appealed to me too much, UNTIL I read A Nose for Trouble by James D. Witmer. Kevin Maximus, the little dachshund with a big imagination, absolutely stole my heart! This brave pup is...
Gift Guide 2023–Something to Read
Something they want, something they need, something to wear, and something to read! I'm here to help you out with that last bit. These are some of the best new books I've encountered this year, and I don't think you can go wrong getting these for the young (or older)...
The Legend of Greyhallow
One of the fun things about being an author is getting to know other authors. This summer, I shared a booth at the Great Homeschool Convention with my friend and fellow author Summer Rachel Short. We both got to hear each other pitch our upcoming middle grade...
Art-Themed Novels for Middle Grade Readers
Maybe art has been on my mind a lot with the publication of my own art-themed novel, Beneath the Swirling Sky. I'd love to see more stories that pique kids' interest in art and creativity. Here's a round up to some of my favorite art-themed novels for middle grade...
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