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by Jennifer Reed/ bookjunkiez | July 2, 2026 · 5:00 am

Nana Claus and the Thank-You Notes Blitz

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Children’s Picture Book

Date Published: 07-02-2026

Publisher: Solander Press

Gratitude is important to Nana Claus. Even the smallest act of kindness
spreads joy, like sending thank-you notes. Nana Claus helps some special
friends learn to write thank-you notes to thank others for what they do for
them. Nana and her friends learn about ways to say thank you using short
notes.

About the Author

Kelly Reddin is an award-winning writer and author of the Celebrating
Family Series, which highlights healthy relationships between children and the
Nana Claus Series, focusing on kindness and friendship. Her short stories and
essays have won numerous awards from writing organizations including the
Joplin Writers Guild and the Ozark Writers League.

Kelly is a former elementary, middle grade and college educator. Her work at
LEGO Education spanned two decades in a variety of positions from Curriculum
Specialist to Global Master Trainer. Kelly loves to travel, meet new people,
and learn about the world around her. She is active in her community, serving
on several non-profit boards.

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newsletter.

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Website

Facebook: @AuthorKellyReddin

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by Jennifer Reed/ bookjunkiez | June 17, 2026 · 5:00 am

Oh, Tal! Not Like That Blitz

Children’s Picture Book

Date Published: April 15, 2026

Oh, Tal! Not Like That., a new book by autistic actor Tal Anderson and
award-winning Hollywood artist, Michael Richey White, is Book 2 in the Oh,
Tal! series for children.

Tal and the family cat, Winnie are once again taking on the world, and this
time, they’re doing it at school. Tal starts the school year off excited, but
quickly learns that in the classroom, they like kids to follow directions, and
to be the same, and do things uniformly. Tal has different ideas, however, and
classmates and teachers work hard to teach and model the “right way” to do
things.

In the end, they all learn a valuable lesson: that there are more ways than
one to get things done, and that expressing yourself authentically leads to
good things. Once again, Tal wins over hearts and confirms it’s okay to be
different, be yourself, and to follow your own path.

About the Author

Tal Anderson is a professional actor, filmmaker, and writer. She is an
advocate for change, using her voice and unique platform as an autistic actor
to support inclusion and authentic representation in front of and behind the
camera in Hollywood. She is best known for her work in the Netflix series
“Atypical” as Sid, but can also be seen and heard in many other productions
including, guest-starring in Season 5 of “Magnum P.I.” on NBC, and as the
English voice of Tina in the Disney Plus series, “Team Chocolate.” Tal has
always been a storyteller, and as a child could be seen constantly using her
FLIP video camera, or one of several hand-held voice-recorders to record every
day life, or her daily performances of stories/scripts she had made up or
written. It is this love of imagination that led her to acting and filmmaking
as an adult. “Oh, Tal! – Not Today,” is Tal’s first book. She lives in Los
Angeles with her cat Winifred, where they can both live their best lives and
be their true selves.

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by Jennifer Reed/ bookjunkiez | June 4, 2026 · 5:00 am

Nana Claus and the Thank-You Notes Teaser

Children’s Picture Book

Date Published: 07-02-2026

Publisher: Solander Press

About the Author

Join her email list to get updates on her latest releases and her monthly
newsletter.

Contact Links

Website

Facebook: @AuthorKellyReddin

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by Jennifer Reed/ bookjunkiez | June 2, 2026 · 5:00 am

Dosa Day Blitz

Children’s Picture Book

Date Published: June 2, 2026

It’s Dosa Day!

Join a curious child and their loving Ammamma on a joyful kitchen adventure
filled with crispy dosas, colorful chutneys, and heartwarming family
traditions. As they learn about different kinds of dosas, they discover that
the real magic isn’t just in cooking—it’s in the time spent
together.

Dosa Day is a playful children’s picture book celebrating Indian
cuisine, family traditions, and intergenerational love. With rhythmic
read-aloud text and vibrant illustrations, this story creates a rich sensory
experience that introduces young readers to culture, connection, and mindful
togetherness.

Perfect for children ages 3–7, this diverse picture book is ideal for:

- - - - Multicultural children’s books
      - Indian and South Asian culture stories for kids
      - Picture books about food, family, and traditions
      - Engaging read-aloud bedtime stories

Whether you’re introducing Indian cuisine like dosa for the first
time or building a more inclusive children’s library, Dosa Day is a
meaningful addition to any child’s bookshelf.

About the Author

In the quiet magic of the Mojave Desert, where the sky stretches wide and the
sunsets set everything golden, Veena Katikineni found the perfect place to let
her imagination wander.

Dosa Day was born from a heart full of cherished memories: big, bustling
family gatherings with her beloved Indian family, where the house was always
full, the food was always flowing, and the smell of something delicious was
always drifting through the air. Food wasn’t just food — it was
love, laughter, and the heartbeat of every gathering.

A physician by training, Veena has spent her career caring for others, but she
has always believed that stories heal in their own special way. This is her
love letter to dosa, to her roots, and to the joy of sharing both with the
world.

When she’s not writing or seeing patients, you’ll find her on her
yoga mat, planning the family’s next adventure, or exploring the world
with her loving husband and two spirited boys, her favorite companions in
wandering and in life.

She believes magic lives in the everyday moments, especially the ones shared
around a table.

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by Jennifer Reed/ bookjunkiez | March 19, 2026 · 5:00 am

Chicken Fun Teaser

Children’s Picture Book

Date Published: 06-01-2023

Publisher: Storytellin’ Time Press

This fun-filled rhyming picture book for very young learners will
provide an introduction to numbers and counting while children are having a
good time. There are ten chickens as they play in their backyard, getting up
to a variety of shenanigans such as running from bees, playing baseball,
dancing and even going on a date.

About the Author

Mary Jo Huff is a passionate storyteller, award-winning author,
songwriter, and Early Childhood Educator who believes in the magic of words,
rhythm, and imagination. Her creations have earned top national honors,
including the NAPPA Gold, iParenting, Parents’ Choice, Dove,
Teacher’s Choice, Kids’ First, and Mom’s Choice awards.

Children giggle and grow with her stories — from the mischievous
adventures of No, No, Ebenezer, a spirited dachshund with a big heart, to the
playful journeys in Chicken Fun, Going on a Gator Hunt, and The Predictable
Persimmon.

As a seasoned educator and master storyteller, Mary Jo has inspired audiences
in 47 states and three countries, sharing her love of language through staff
development sessions, author visits, and children’s programs that burst
with laughter, learning, and joy.

A dynamic keynote speaker, Mary Jo has graced Early Childhood conferences
nationwide, leading hundreds of high-energy workshops and professional
development events. With a heart for nurturing both children and teachers, she
draws on 38 years as a center director — where she guided a team and
cared for 115 bright, curious young minds every day.

Through every story, song, and puppet, Mary Jo invites children and educators
alike to discover the wonder of storytelling and the power it must connect
hearts, spark creativity, and make learning unforgettable.

Contact Links

Website

Facebook

Twitter: Mary Jo Huff

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https://mybook.to/ChickenFun

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