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 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 three, Beyond the Far Horizon, releases September 9, 2025 from Waterbrook, an imprint of Penguin Random House.
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,...
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....
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,...
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...
Best Summer Reading Tips for Kids
We don’t just want our kids to read this summer, we want them to enjoy it! Check out the best tips to help your kids love summer reading.
A Time of Green Magic
When your daughter hands you a book and tells you it's the best book she's read in a while, you read it! A Time of Green Magic by Hilary McKay is a fantastical story set in the real world with compelling characters and vivid writing. The Story Living in a magical...
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