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 first book of The Restorationists, a series about friendship, calling, and the power of art. Book one releases September 12, 2023 from Waterbrook, an imprint of Penguin Random House.

The Restorationists announcement
Orion and the Starborn

Orion and the Starborn

Orion and the Starborn is the first book in the Orion Rising series. K.B. Hoyle takes her young readers on a great ride in this sci-fi fantasy.

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The Story of Us by Mitali Perkins

The Story of Us by Mitali Perkins

Just when I think every biblical story has been told, I discover a completely fresh and faithful retelling. The Story of Us by Mitali Perkins presents the story of creation, redemption, and restoration through the perspective of the four classical elements: earth,...

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Jack Zulu and the Waylander’s Key

Jack Zulu and the Waylander’s Key

A magical world that intersects with ours. A nostalgic 1980's setting. Engaging characters kids will love. All of this in a new series from a favorite author your kids probably already love. Jack Zulu and the Waylander's Key is the first book in a new series from S.D....

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The Story That Cannot Be Told

The Story That Cannot Be Told

The Story That Cannot Be Told by J. Kasper Kramer tells of Ileana, a girl who loves stories, during the height of Romania's Communist regime. Despite its historical setting, this book reads like a good story. Ileana will capture readers' sympathies with her spunk,...

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Picture Books About Moving

Picture Books About Moving

Moves are never easy, even when they lead to good things. Thankfully, there are so many wonderful picture books about moving to help our kids process their world. Before I started researching these, I hadn't considered that kids dealing with a move may need books from...

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