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Henri and the Magnificent Snort: A Children's Book about Bullying, Belonging, and Love by Samantha Childs

WINNER
Children's Picture Book: Hardcover Fiction
2023 Best Book Awards

Samantha Childs wanted to write children's books ever since she was a child. Following a BA in Literature from Claremont McKenna College, a year studying Shakespeare at Oxford University, and an MFA in Nonfiction from Columbia University, a little French bulldog named Henri came into her life and gave breath to her first children's book. Henri and the Magnificent Snort tells the story of Henri Le Frenchie, Samantha's dog and Instagram celebrity @henrilefrenchie, as he overcomes bullying and discovers how lovable he truly is. The story is inspired by Samantha's experiences being bullied in middle school, and by the hope that its messages of celebrating differences, belonging, love, and self-love will help others to see their own magnificence.




Mama Drama by Amal Nasser, illustrations by Nikos Yanopulos

WINNER
Children's Picture Book: Softcover Fiction
2023 Best Book Awards

My mother is very anxious and has a very active imagination. Our family even nicknamed her the "Drama Queen"! Do you know what a DRAMA queen is? Do you have any among your family or friends? Read this fun tale and live a day in the life with this imaginative family as they go through all kinds of strange and fantastical scenarios.




Just Like the Moon by Kristi Stalder, illustrated by Martith Art

WINNER
Children's Picture Book:
Hardcover Fiction
2023 International Book Awards

The moon represents the magical richness that our lives have to offer, and each phase brings a new lesson to shift our thinking. This book shares those lessons by affirming that we are still whole, no matter which phase we are in, and we can always spread our light.

Even in the darkest of times.

The moon carries a powerful message that offers peace and comfort to those who listen. Just Like the Moon was created to spread its light and offer comfort to those in a shadowed phase in their lives, and written in rhyme to be relatable for children and adults who experience different challenges and a variety of feelings. The lessons behind the words are to give the reader a sense of tranquility and guidance, no matter which phase they're in. With stunning illustrations, the reader is transported into a realm of ethereal magic among the stars.

These affirmations provide an introduction to young readers about their growing capacity and the notion that difficult times will come and go, and they will remain authentic and whole at their core. It reminds us that, no matter its phase, the moon is always whole beneath the shadows, as are we.

Targeted for children ages 4-9, and adults of all ages. This is the first book in a series to promote healthy healing, inner peace, dealing with difficult emotions, self-help, and development for young readers.




Adventure On in the Big, Big World by Susan Gross

WINNER
Children's Picture Book: Hardcover Fiction
2023 American Fiction Awards

Join in the dreamy journey of a boy who samples the excitement and wonder of cultures at home and a world far away. Stimulate a child's sense of adventure with a whirlwind trip around the globe to all seven continents! This is your invitation to join a beautifully illustrated guided tour, seen through youthful eyes and experience. Where your adventure begins...where will this exciting journey take you?

This 60 page book was written in love to honor a son that was tragically lost but will never be forgotten. The adventures are his real life adventures seen through the eyes of a 10 year old boy. Let's travel the world together and use all of life's experiences as a motivation to learn about our beautiful world. The world is meant to be explored; the land, the sea and up in space! Maybe even hop aboard a rocket ship to meet the stars face to face!

Wherever you go, go with all of your heart!




My Sister Wants an Elephant by Lynne Podrat

WINNER
Children's Picture Book:
Softcover Fiction
2023 International Book Awards

Randy’s sister wants a WHAT?!? And his Mom isn’t flat-out saying no?!

My Sister Wants an Elephant is the true story of two siblings who team up together to convince their mother to let them own a couple of wild animals as pets, and a mother who just might be persuaded.

Full of humor and fun, this book is a good lesson in not giving up on your dreams, no matter how truly wild they may be!




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