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Finding a book that bridges the gap between generations isn't easy. You want something with enough suspense and mystery to keep you hooked, but clean enough to share with your middle-grader or teenager. If you’re looking for a fun way to connect, turn your next read into a mini family book club. You can start right now without spending a dime. We are offering the first 10 chapters of Secrets of Whisper Pine completely for FREE . You can read it on your phone during lunch, your child can read it on their tablet after school, and you can swap theories over dinner. The Mystery That Will Get You Both Guessing: The story drops you right into the quiet, seemingly sleepy town of Whisper Pine. Emily, a city girl dealing with a heavy loss, is just trying to get through the summer when a local cow named Daisy vanishes into thin air. Who kidnaps a cow? It starts as a strange local puzzle, but Emily’s search quickly takes a dark turn. Deep woods, locked doors, and unsettling clues reveal tha...

When people ask me who I wrote my book series for, my answer is simple: children. But that's only half the story. As a parent and someone who works in the school system, I've had the privilege of watching children discover a love of reading. I've also seen the challenges families face when trying to find books that are both exciting for young readers and comfortable for parents to hand them. That perspective shaped every page I wrote. I wanted to create a story that would keep kids turning the pages because they couldn't wait to find out what happened next. At the same time, I wanted parents to feel confident that the book in their child's hands was one they could trust. Writing for children isn't just about telling a fun story. It's about recognizing that there are often two readers experiencing the book. The child is asking, "What happens next?" The parent is asking, "Is this worth our time?" As an author, I believe my job is to answer ...