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by Jennifer Reed/ bookjunkiez | July 30, 2026 · 5:42 am

You Are Not From Around Here Are You Blitz

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Children’s Book

Date Published: 06-13-2026

Publisher: Solander Press

Ever gazed at the twinkling night sky and wondered, what might be up
there? Mack jets off from Texas to the stunning red rocks of Sedona, Arizona,
ready for a camping adventure with his family. But when his furry sidekick
bolts into the night, Mack sprints after him and stumbles upon a surprise
guest.

This new buddy isn’t your run-of-the-mill earthling! Mack soon discovers
the stellar delight of making a truly out-of-this-world friend.

In this galactic adventure, award-winning author Clarissa Willis introduces
two characters who learn that no matter who you are, or where you are from,
friendship is all about having a blast together.

You Are Not From Around Here Are You aliens in space ship

About the Author

Clarissa Willis is the author of 8 picture books and a captivating chapter
book! Carrie Ingalls The Forgotten Sister won the Western Writers of America
SPUR Award for best juvenile nonfiction and a Will Rogers Medallion Finalist
(2026). Her tale, Bloomers on Pike’s Peak (2024), is the biography of
the unstoppable Julia Archibald Holmes, the first woman to climb Pikes Peak.
It won a Will Rogers Medallion and was the finalist for the Women Writing the
West 2025 WILLA Literary Award. Fast as the Wind: The Story of Johnny Fry Pony
Express Rider (2022) galloped away with a Will Rogers Medallion in 2023. Then,
there’s The Three Little Pigs and the Not So Big Bad Wolf, putting a fresh
spin on a classic yarn. Get ready for her upcoming book, Not from Around Here,
a whimsical picture book about sharing and quirky friendships set to take off
in early summer 2026!

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by Jennifer Reed/ bookjunkiez | July 23, 2026 · 5:00 am

The Foopy Song Blitz

Children’s Book

Food goes in and poop comes out-it’s the circle of happy!

Mealtimes can be a struggle, but The Foopy Song is here to turn every bite
into a celebration. Follow the rhythmic logic of the “Foopy” cycle: from the
very first munch to the final wiggle!

This catchy, cheerful and joyful book helps children understand that eating
isn’t just about sitting still-it’s the fuel that lets them play, laugh, and
poop their way to a happy day. By showing kids how food leads to energy and
energy leads to play, it turns the daily routine into a delightful, rhythmic
experience.

BECAUSE!

Eat. Poop. Play. Repeat!

With a bouncy rhythm parents can sing or read, it’s the ultimate guide to why
we eat, how we feel, and why a little “poop” is a very big deal.

About the Author

G.D.’s storytelling spark was ignited in the hallowed land of Wales, where his
childhood was spent exploring the sea until the legendary midnight summer
twilight. His journey led him through academia, earning degrees in Computer
Science and Operations Management, culminating in a PhD focused on Virtual
Reality.

While pursuing his studies in Nottingham, he met his wife. Together, their
spirit of adventure took them first to New Zealand, where G.D. worked in the
video game industry and taught Scuba Diving. A seemingly simple job inquiry
brought them to California, a place they planned to “try for one year,” and
where they still reside almost fourteen years later in Redondo Beach.

The family, which welcomed their son in 2012, is completed by Rhea, their
quirky German Shepherd. Rhea became the key inspiration for G.D.’s first book,
ABC’s With Rhea, A doggy journey through the alphabet. Having observed that
children learn best through stories, G.D. wrote this book to craft a specific,
relatable world for each letter, encouraging children to connect deeply with
the subject.

He has recently published his second book, Olly’s Journey, and is already hard
at work weaving new tales and adventures for his readers.

G.D.’s mission is to empower children to pursue their own creative writing
journey.

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by Jennifer Reed/ bookjunkiez | July 13, 2026 · 5:00 am

The Rough Life Blitz

Children’s Book

Date Published: June 10, 2026

Publisher: MindStir Media

The Rough Life is the adventure of a brand new golf ball named Vic, who
finds himself playing his very first round of golf. Things start off well, but
Vic quickly learns how humbling the game of golf can be when he is lost in the
rough. Vic journeys through the rough, finding a home and making friends with
other lost golf balls. While it’s a comfortable life, Vic is not content
just watching golf as it happens around him. Vic and his new friends devise a
plan to get out of the rough and back in the game.

About the Author

Danny Fanelli is a husband, father, elementary school teacher and coach from
Westchester, New York. He began playing golf and fell in love with the game at
30 years young. One of his biggest fears in life is sinking a hole-in-one
while playing solo (he’s come close). When he is not playing golf or
practicing his form in the living room, Danny takes turns with his wife
chasing his two, wild children.

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by Jennifer Reed/ bookjunkiez | May 20, 2026 · 5:00 am

Princess and Scruffy Blitz

Children’s Book

Princess, a graceful cardinal, and Scruffy, a lovable silvery-gray
squirrel, discover an unlikely friendship in the forest. As the seasons
change, Scruffy must face his greatest fear and learn that courage often
begins with a friend by your side.

A tender forest friendship story about courage, trust, and overcoming fear.

About the Author

Sean O’Leary is a local Utah author whose work spans dystopian
thrillers, heartfelt children’s stories, and reflective literary
nonfiction. From dark futures to woodland friendships, his writing is driven
by imagination, emotional depth, and the belief that every story should leave
a mark. Backstory: Nearly four decades ago, what would one day become Princess
and Scruffy began not as a children’s book, but as a love letter. When
Sean O’Leary was first dating the woman who would become his wife, he
put his feelings into story form. In his heart, he saw himself as
Scruffy—the hesitant, lovable squirrel learning to climb beyond his
fears—and her as Princess, the graceful cardinal who drew him toward
courage, wonder, and love. What began as an intimate letter between two people
slowly took on the shape of a fairy tale, revised and cherished across the
years of their life together. Then, two years ago, with the arrival of his
first grandchild, the story found its true home. Sean wanted to leave behind
more than a book; he wanted to preserve a living piece of family
history—a bedtime story born from the love he felt for the child’s
grandmother, now transformed into a legacy for the next generation. Brought
vividly to life through the enchanting illustrations of Turkish artist Hatice
Bayramoglu, Princess and Scruffy is both a woodland fable and a quiet love
story that has endured for 38 years.

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by Jennifer Reed/ bookjunkiez | May 15, 2026 · 5:00 am

Gabriel and the Special Memorial Day Blitz

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Children’s Book

Date Published: 05-12-2024

Publisher: Soalnder Press

Are you ready for a heartwarming story? Step into the neighborhood,
where Gabriel awaits the start of a special Memorial Day celebration. Despite
the pouring rain, he’s eager to see what Mr. Wayne has planned. As the rain
finally clears, Gabriel sets off with a special gift in tow, ready to show his
appreciation for Mr. Wayne’s efforts.

What is the surprise Gabriel has in store? Will it be enough to bring a smile
to Mr. Wayne’s face?

Find out in this touching tale of community and friendship

About the Author

Sherry Roberts is an award-winning children’s book author. She holds a
Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Louisville. She has
written multiple award-winning fiction picture books such as ‘Twas the
Night Before Christmas…A First for Gus, Hello, Can I Bug You?, Gabriel
and the Special Memorial Day, What’s Wrong with Barnaby, and The Best
Reading Buddy. She also has written two non-fiction award-winning picture
books, Sonnet, Sonnet, What’s in Your Bonnet? and A Visit Through the
Wetlands. These two were illustrated with her photography. Sherry’s
newest picture book, Amica Helps Zoe, was featured in Kirkus e-newsletter June
2025 as Indie Pick and received a Get It: Recommend review.

As a former middle school teacher, Dr. Roberts decided to write her first
middle-grade novel (ages 8-13). Her debut novel, The Galaxy According to CeCe,
is the first book in a three-book series. It was officially released on
February 24, 2024. Book two, The Galaxy According to Cece: The Mysterious Dr.
Pruitt, was released August 2024. Book three, The Galaxy According to Cece:
The Stars Align, released February 2025.

Sherry’s next venture is a chapter book series (ages 6-8). The first
book, Just Call Me Pardner, was released August 1, 2025. The series is about a
young boy in the 1930s on a small farm in Northeastern Oklahoma and is
inspired by stories of her father’s childhood in the 1930s. Book 2, Just
Look at Those Boots, launches in early 2026, with Book 3, Just Don’t
Give a Girl a Frog, launching in November 2026.

Dr. Roberts has also written many articles that appear in various academic
journals, along with three textbooks. Personal Financial Literacy is in its
fourth edition (Pearson). She is an associate professor of Marketing in Jones
College of Business at Middle Tennessee State University.

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