Adopting a pet isn’t just about cuddles and playtime it’s a commitment. In Juneau’s Journey, readers see that rescuing an animal means teamwork, patience, and daily care. In this post, I share age-appropriate ways to involve kids in pet care so they can grow into responsible, compassionate caretakers…..

Children’s books are more than entertainment they’re windows and mirrors. They show us lives we’ve never lived and reflect our own experiences back to us. In my Pet Rescue Series, I intentionally create worlds that are multicultural, multilingual, and inclusive, so every child can see themselves and their community on the page…..

I never imagined that my years in the Peace Corps, surrounded by the bustling markets of West Africa and the chatter of eager students, would one day connect to a children’s book about a husky in Los Angeles. Yet every chapter of my life has led me here, writing stories that celebrate diversity, compassion, and the beautiful ways humans and animals connect….

Every time you adopt an animal from a shelter, you’re not just saving a life, you’re rewriting a story. In Juneau’s Journey, a lost husky finds her forever home, and in return, gives her family years of unconditional love. In this post, we’ll explore why adoption is such a powerful choice and how it changes lives on both ends of the leash….

Stories have the power to shape hearts as much as they do minds. When children read about an animal in need, and see characters step in to help; they’re learning more than vocabulary. They’re practicing empathy, imagining how it feels to be in someone else’s paws, and discovering that kindness is a choice we can make every day….

On a sweltering Los Angeles afternoon, a skittish husky pup darted into my life. She didn’t know it yet, but her days of uncertainty were about to end. In this post, I share the real-life journey of Juneau, from that first heart-pounding rescue moment to the day she became part of our family……