I’m proud to announce that Bubbloptus has been submitted to the 2026 International Literacy Association Book Awards. This recognition highlights mu commitment to inspiring young readers with positivity, imaginative storytelling and literacy‑building adventures."
Arthur Schwartz, President of Character.org, recommends Maple Crowe as a meaningful read for parents and children alike.”

He shares: “The main character in Maple Crowe is Edwin, an elementary school student with a prosthetic arm who is being bullied by Frederick. Edwin travels to an imaginary city where he receives three buttons—one for respect, one for kindness, and one for forgiveness. When he returns to school, Edwin finds the courage to tell Frederick to stop bullying him. The story ends with Edwin giving Frederick the three buttons and noticing that Frederick is smiling for the first time.”