Joy & the Butterfly: The Magical Garden Hardcover – January 3, 2026

GOLD MEDAL WINNER of the prestigious Mom’s Choice Award for the best Family-Friendly Book & Inspiring Story — 2026While exploring her family’s farmland with her horse, Champ, ten-year-old Joy, who recently moved to the countryside with her parents to escape the hustle and bustle of city life, rescues a caterpillar from harm. This act of kindness leads her into an extraordinary bond with a dazzling butterfly that later in the story emerges from its chrysalis.Joy embarks on delightful adventures alongside the magical butterfly, her family and friends, schoolteacher, and beloved pets, all while discovering valuable life lessons along the way. This novelette, Joy & the Butterfly introduces readers to the magic of nature and a world filled with simple pleasures and blessings everywhere.Most importantly, Joy learns that each day presents us with blessed opportunities to learn, grow, live more fully, and optimize our well-being and happiness — provided we pay attention to the whispers of our hearts. You’ll discover that each day comes to us bearing precious gifts from God and opportunities to thrive. We simply need to untie the ribbons! What are you waiting for?Near the end of the book, Joy discovers something wonderfully glorious, and she asks you to keep it a secret and not to tell anyone who hasn’t read the book yet. HINT: It will totally knock your socks off!For kids of all ages: While reading skills vary, children ages seven and up can read it independently or aloud to others; children ages five to seven can read alongside an adult, while children two to five can be read to. Those under three can look at the riveting full-color pictures (by renowned illustrator Lee Fredrickson) while the adult points out images of interest and tells the story. In other words, this book will work for the young ones who can’t read yet, for children who are gifted at reading, and even for the young-at-heart — any adult who wants to be inspired by uplifting and very positive storylines. This book is for everyone!At the end, to support peak learning, there are 100+ Fun Study Questions & Inquiries for Adults (and teachers) to help engage everyone fully and learn all kinds of essential life skills.You’ll discover with Joy how to…— Adopt an attitude of gratitude — Deal with bullying in a positive way— Make chores at home lots of fun— Look to nature for important answers— Pay it forward in special ways— Appreciate the simple life— Bolster confidence & count blessings— Practice forgiveness & celebrate life— Take pleasure in school & good grades— Focus on being positive, not negative — Open up to your personal angels— Live by the Golden Rule & be honest— Optimize your energy, health & fitness— Build hope, faith & serenity— Celebrate the happy secret divulged at the end that will enthrall you!AN ENCHANTING BOOK FOR CHILDREN, TEACHERS & THE YOUNG AT HEART... AT ANY AGE! Read more