Kidlit Stories

When you've finished counting sheep and finally dozed off, what do the sheep do?

When orphan Cameron Billings is named sole heir to the properties of the neighborhood hermit and becomes ward to their current inhabitants, his life changes dramatically and he makes some stunning discoveries about his benefactor, the mansion in which he now resides, and the many secrets hidden on and beneath the property. His only guide on the journey to discovery is the sardonic ghost of a young girl whom he is not sure he can trust.

Young Lindy suddenly finds herself responsible for the fate of man kind after she answers the ring of a vintage telephone her mother bought at a thrift store. The FuturePast is calling . . . would you answer? ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ This digital short was inspired by memories of old things like telephones that had to be hooked up to the wall in order to work, winding your fingers around the curly chord and other such world-saving activities. Cover by Erika Viktor ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ I will update every Friday! Please comment and tell me how you would react if you got a phone call from the FuturePast . . .

The day may be done, but that's no reason for the fun to end

Everything you'll ever need to be the best friend you could ever be!

Griffins are among the most majestic creatures you can ever come across. Just don't make the mistake of feeding one...

Your complete guide to getting a smile so good people will pay to see it!

📖 Melody's Malindi Christmas Adventure - Part One: Seven Days of Magic Written by Jillian Stellar Genre: African Children's Adventure | Ages 4-10 This Christmas, five-year-old Melody leaves behind cartoons and city streets for a magical seaside holiday with her Kenyan grandparents in the coastal town of Malindi. What begins as a simple visit becomes a week full of "firsts"-from her first glimpse of the sparkling Indian Ocean to snorkeling with rainbow fish, exploring ancient ruins, and chasing butterflies under the sun. Each day brings new wonder: 🌊 Day 1: Melody sees the ocean for the very first time-endless, blue, and more magical than in any cartoon. 🦅 Day 2: Birds, butterflies, and proud Swahili history greet her at local museums and landmarks. 🏜️ Day 3: Sand dunes, river songs, and wild laughter fill the golden afternoon. 🎨 Day 4: Earth's canyon colors and a floating boardwalk through magical mangroves. 🐠 Day 5: Melody braves her first boat ride and dives into an underwater world of coral and sea creatures. 👣 Day 6: A peaceful beach day with family, seashells, and soft ocean waves. 🛍️ Day 7: The final day is for shopping in vibrant markets, getting her own handmade dera, and relaxing by the pool with fresh fruit and stories from Grandma and Grandpa. Surrounded by love, laughter, and the rich culture of the Kenyan coast, Melody discovers more than beauty-she finds courage, connection, and the joy of being truly present. A proudly African children's story celebrating family, culture, and the magic of first adventures.

Adopt a Heart is a kindness quest that JJ started over 5 years ago with his now best friend, Tank. Today, JJ with the help of Tank, is doing a kindness quest at the shelter JJ once called home, Humane Society of Camden County. JJ and Tank is interviewing Trooper to help him find his forever home. Here's hoping Trooper's story touches your heart and you can find room for this kindhearted gentleman in your life.

The struggle continues in this second installment of The Sons of Masguard. With more swashbuckling magic, greater foes, and even greater twists of Fate, this is one adventure you won't want to miss. ******************************* A battle is lost. A pirate lay dying. And deep in the caverns of a moving island, a sleeping guardian is about to wake. With the life of a helpless child and the fate of the Secoran Kingdom hanging in the balance, Captain Marshall and McKinley the Marauder must pit themselves against an ancient force even more terrifying than an army of the dead. Their strength, their morality, and their willingness to sacrifice are put to the test in a pulse-pounding sequence of mysteries as they fight to uncover the truth and escape the malicious island of Mosque Hill with their lives intact. But their troubles have only just begun. War is coming to the Bannered Shore. And time is running out.

Just what to expect, should you find yourself down, in the hustling-est, bustling-est part of the town.

Twelve year old Sophia and her younger brother Mark find a mysterious book at the local library and take it home. At first, it seems like just an ancient collection of stories, but soon, the children will discover that it is a portal to another world, Almation - and before they know it, they are trapped in it. To get back home, Sophia and Mark will have to solve many puzzles, face unexpected dangers and make equally unexpected friends - but maybe even that is not enough... Full of adventures, challenges and fantastic creatures, the world of Almation will take Sophia and Mark on an exciting journey, and teach them the power of stories. Cover and chapters illustrations by Zeljko Pahek ISBN-13: 978-9533570266 (paperback) ASIN: B07Q39GSFN (ebook)

Some things should never be taught at Cub Camp! Climb a mountain, pitch a tent, steady a boat, raise the dead... When he takes his Cub Scout pack camping, Henry Sampson knows there is a knot for every job.

A tale as told by a 5 year old that takes place in Minecraft.

Some moments don't announce themselves. They arrive softly-through a glance, a pause, a feeling you don't yet have words for. This is a quiet rescue story about noticing, waiting, and the small shifts that change everything. Not every beginning is loud. Some stories begin quietly.

This collection is full of bite-sized short stories across a variety of genres that are perfect for a quick read. Some of these are stories of mine that have been published in literary magazines, some are contest entries, and some are just things I wrote for fun. What are you waiting for? Pull up a chair and dig in! Cover by @foxinscreamingcolor

Ever wondered what Santa's reindeer get up to the other 11 months of the year? Find out here...

**COMING SOON**