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  • The Little Book of Gratitude Quotes
  • Edited by Kathleen Welton

  • International Book Awards Winner
  • Best Book Awards Finalist

  • "With plenty of inspiration and hope, The Little Book of Gratitude Quotes is a worthy read and very highly recommended reading."
  • —Midwest Book Review

  • ★

  • The Little Book of Success Quotes Edited by Kathleen Welton
  • International Book Awards Finalist

  • "True wisdom is timeless. With a fascinating array of motivational writings, The Little Book of Success Quotes is a choice pick for community and self-help collections, very much worth considering for inspirational collections."
  • —Midwest Book Review
  • ★

  • Pigs Have Wings
  • Kathleen Welton & Illustrated by Chau Pham

  • Award Finalist Readers' Choice Book Awards
  • Literary Titan Book Award
  • Mom's Choice Awards Honoring Excellence

  • ★★★★★
  • "Pigs Have Wings will give hope to children who are struggling to achieve a goal. The supportive voices of her new friends provide the courage Miz Peg needs to accomplish her dream, and readers will see how words of affirmation may help a struggling friend easily overcome a challenge. The cute, colorful pictures by Chau Pham will draw children's eyes as they follow the hardships Miz Peg faces...a great selection for children who need a boost before they try something new or readers who want to be a more encouraging friend."
  • —Readers' Favorite

  • ★★★★★
  • "A sweet and charming picture book about an adorable little pig, with a big dream."
  • —Readers' Choice Book Awards

  • ★★★★★
  • "Pigs Have Wings is a heartwarming story perfect for young ambitious readers who love to dream big! join miz peg on her journey to gaining her wings and dreaming big!"
  • —Litpick

  • "Awesome book that every parent and every teacher should read to their youngest child."
  • —The Musings of a Book Addict

  • "With the inspiring message of perseverance and believing in yourself along with the vibrant, adorable illustrations, Welton has achieved a definite success with her latest children’s book Pigs Have Wings."
  • —Feathered Quill Book Reviews

  • "In Welton's inspiring picture book for young children, a pig named Miz Peg discovers that her imagination is the key to achieving her dreams."
  • —BookLife

  • "Pigs Have Wings is unreservedly recommended for family, daycare center, preschool, elementary school, and community library picture book collections." —Midwest Book Review

  • ★★★★★ "Pigs Have Wings is a delightful and inspiring book that would be perfect for young readers who love stories about animals and dreams coming true. It's also a great choice for parents and educators looking for a positive and engaging story to share with children. Kathleen Welton has crafted a lovely tale that reminds us all of the importance of dreaming big and supporting one another along the way." —Literary Titan

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  • The Magic Sea Turtle
  • Kathleen Welton & Illustrated by Chau Pham

  • Mom's Choice Awards Honoring Excellence
  • Best Book Awards Finalist
  • Purple Dragonfly Book Award:
  • Best Illustrations
  • Green/Environmental

  • ★★★★★
  • "An imaginative adventure tale full of heart and wonder, The Magic Sea Turtle will both entertain and encourage young readers to follow their dreams. If you like picture books and adventure stories, do not miss out on this!"
  • —Pikasho Deka for Readers' Favorite

  • ★★★★★
  • “The vibrant illustrations are a wonderful complement to the tale. Young children will gain much from reading this book, above all respect for diversity, reinforced by the fact that magic can be real…a delightful story that conveys important messages in a captivating way to readers at an impressionable age.”
  • —Constance Stadler for Readers’ Favorite

  • ★★★★★
  • "There is magic in the charming story, magic in the excellent poetry, and magic in the beautiful illustrations by Chau Pham. A children’s book that is a feast for the eyes, music to the ears, and a reading experience that should be enjoyed and shared with children everywhere.
  • —Viga Boland for Readers’ Favorite

  • ★★★★★
  • “The illustrations are beautiful…an excellent bedtime read for young children just learning about various animals and the world around them.”
  • —LitPick Review

  • "The Magic Sea Turtle is a story about learning how to grow and benefit from adversity...perfect for young readers who dream of the sea."
  • —The Children's Book Review

  • “Welton’s pearls of wisdom—to ‘see what happens when you believe’—are the perfect fit for this saltwater romp.”
  • —BookLife

  • "If you're looking for a fun sea adventure that will educate readers about caring for the ocean, be sure to check out The Magic Sea Turtle."
  • —Feathered Quill Book Reviews

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  • Choo! Choo! Choo! The Train at the Zoo
  • Kathleen Welton & Illustrated by Tamara Joubert

  • Literary Titan Book Award
  • Best Book Awards Finalist
  • Mom's Choice Awards Honoring Excellence
  • Purple Dragonfly Book Award:
  • Animals/Pets
  • Best Illustrations
  • Picture Book 5 & Younger

  • ★★★★★
  • "Choo! Choo! Choo! The Train at the Zoo is a charming and captivating book that celebrates nature, fun, and adventures. With its engaging plot, vibrant characters, and delightful pacing, it is sure to be a favorite among young readers and a cherished addition to any children’s bookshelf."
  • —Readers' Favorite

  • ★★★★★
  • "Choo! Choo! Choo! The Train at the Zoo is an excellent choice for sparking children's interest in animals and their surroundings. It also helps enhance their attention and concentration skills through sound imitation. This book is undoubtedly a fantastic option for fostering a love for reading."
  • —Literary Titan

  • "With its fun and catchy sing-song story along with its vivid, amusing illustrations, Choo! Choo! Choo! The Train at the Zoo is sure to capture the hearts of young children. Welton has achieved another winner that is sure to find its way onto the bookshelves of beginning readers."
  • —Feathered Quill Book Reviews
  • "Choo! Choo! Choo! The Train at the Zoo is unreservedly recommended for family, daycare center, preschool, elementary school, and community library picture book collections."
  • —Midwest Book Review
  • “The illustrations of the train and all the boarded animals were whimsically done, and children will be amused by the detailed renderings of each animal species that were written about. Overall, Choo! Choo! Choo! The Train at the Zoo is the perfect children’s book to add to your child’s library. It's a book that can be read any time and will provide plenty of giggles as your child sings along to the newly created words to this famous children’s jingle. This children’s book will surely amuse every reader who picks it up.”
  • —LitPick Review, 5 Stars

  • "This entertaining book will allow you to embrace the joy of exploration and let your imagination run wild as you hop from one exhibit to the next, surrounded by the vibrant sounds and sights of the zoo...the perfect addition to any library."
  • —Midwest Book Review