This past weekend I flew out to Phoenix, Arizona and was honored to get to accept my first award in the category of Children’s Books: Inspiration & Motivation for The Adventures of Wembly the Pug: Wembly’s First Day of School at the International Impact Book Awards.

Introducing Wembly the Pug Plushie! From the moment I saw the first sketch of him, I knew I had to bring this cuddly buddy to life. After 21 months of hard work and dedication, I'm thrilled to announce that Wembly the Pug Plushie is finally ready and is available to children everywhere!

With my newest book, The Adventures of Wembly the Pug: Wembly Gets a New Sister coming out this year, I thought it might be fun to share with you some other great children’s books that focus on the concerns and experiences of older siblings at the arrival of their new siblings…

Exciting news!! The Adventures of Wembly the Pug: Wembly’s First Day of School has earned it’s first literary award!!! Thank you to the International Impact Book Awards for selecting Wembly’s First Day of School to represent the Children’s Motivational / Inspirational group in the category of Children’s Education: Best Social and Emotional Learning!

One common challenge for dog owners is keeping their furry friends from chewing on household items. To tackle this, we invested in a wide array of chewy toys that keep Ember and Winnie entertained and away from our furniture, clothing, and kids' toys.

Thankfully, my pups adore their chew toys, creating a playful mess around the house. Whether you're a new pet parent or a seasoned one, I wanted to share some of their favorite toys that have helped us keep our belongings safe. Here's to happy pups and a chew-free home!

With school starting worldwide, it's the perfect moment to highlight some favorite children's picture books centered on the first day of school. Including my book, "The Adventures of Wembly the Pug: Wembly's First Day of School," I suggest placing it at the top of your reading list. These books are fantastic resources to help kids conquer the nerves that often arise as they gear up for school.