Future Author Extraordinaire

Reach for this book when your child is feeling overshadowed by a new sibling or struggling with the weight of being the talented one in the family. It is a witty, heartwarming story about Cilla Lee Jenkins, an aspiring author who is certain that a new baby will ruin her life and her creative career. Through humor and relatable family dynamics, the story explores themes of self-identity and the fear of being replaced. It is perfectly pitched for readers aged 8 to 12 who are navigating changes at home. Parents will appreciate how it validates a child's anxiety while celebrating the unique voice every child brings to a multigenerational, multiracial family.