Award-Winning Picture Books
Coming Soon! March 2025
Whoo! Hoo! Hoo! The Carousel at the Zoo
Kathleen Welton
Illustrated by Tamara Joubert
Paperback & eBook
Publisher: Blue Balloon Books
Join Peg the Pig and her friends at the zoo for a magical ride on the carousel! As the animals climb aboard, the colorful carousel begins to twirl and whirl. Giraffes, pandas, penguins, and pigs all take turns on the spinning horses and chariots. With each spin, hear the joyful whoops and hollers of the excited creatures and watch them dance and play.
"Set to the tune of The Wheels on the Bus, the rhythmic text invites children to sing along, creating an interactive experience. Together, the tale and the beautifully crafted artwork make this book a great choice for storytime. Very highly recommended."
—Readers' Favorite, 5 Stars
“Joubert’s illustrations are eye-catching and colorful."
—Kirkus Reviews
“The characters are quirky and adorable…If you like picture books and adventure stories, do not miss out on this!”
—Pikasho Deka for Readers' Favorite
The Magic Sea Turtle
Purple Dragonfly Book Award Winner: Best Illustrations
Purple Dragonfly Book Award Winner: Green Books/Environmental
Mom's Choice Awards Honoring Excellence Best Book Awards Finalist
Kathleen Welton
Illustrated by Chau Pham
Paperback & eBook
Publisher: Bookfox Press
Once upon a time, Myrtle chased her dreams–dreams of being a queen with a crown that sparkled like the moon. One day, she tumbles down, down, down into the sea. Max comes to her rescue and a magic carpet flies her to a place even more amazing than her sandcastle dreams and she discovers an entire ocean of possibilities!
Pigs Have Wings
"The wide-ranging, all-animal cast adds to the fun, from the birds that encourage Peg to find her wings to her bandmates on the farm. A lively animal story with a heartfelt message about self-confidence."
—Kirkus Reviews
Kathleen Welton
Illustrated by Chau Pham
Paperback, Hardcover & eBook
Publisher: Bookfox Press
Readers' Choice Book Awards Finalist
Literary Titan Book Award
Mom's Choice Awards Honoring Excellence
Pigs Have Wings is a touching tale of Miz Peg, who wants nothing more than to dance and sing. Everyone laughs and tells Peg “don’t you know, pigs don’t have wings.” Peg is finally able to leap in the sky when a baby bird and a wise owl help her learn that we all have our own wings when we believe.
Choo! Choo! Choo! The Train at the Zoo
“Choo! Choo! Choo! The Train at the Zoo is the perfect children’s book to add to your child’s library…will surely amuse every reader who picks it up.”
—LitPick Review, 5 Stars
Kathleen Welton
Illustrated by Tamara Joubert
Paperback & eBook
Publisher: Blue Balloon Books
Purple Dragonfly Book Award Winner: Animals/Pets
Purple Dragonfly Book Award Winner: Best Illustrations
Purple Dragonfly Book Award Winner: Picture Books 5 & Under
Best Book Awards Finalist
Mom's Choice Awards Honoring Excellence
Literary Titan Book Award
With Choo! Choo! Choo! The Train at the Zoo, young readers will have a memorable time giggling, singing, and pointing out the zoo creatures on their adventure from one exhibit to the next. This catchy tale will have children wishing they could hitch a ride with all the exciting animals that make the train go choo, choo, choo!