Defined by his dogged fortitude and courage, his exploits became legend: snacking on chili dogs, dodging streetcars, crashing Saints tailgates, and even chatting with a giraffe at the zoo. But it was a New Year’s Eve firework scare and a run to Harahan that led to a turning point—and a cozy couch. Pondering his newly acquired leisure time, Scrim gave his first-person account of his adventures to trusted friend and beloved storyteller Margaret Orr. 

Now, Scrim recounts his journey from runaway rogue to local icon in his own words (with help from Margaret Orr). Scrim My Tail: As Told to Margaret Orr is a heartwarming story of survival, sass, and finding out that, sometimes, the best adventures lead you home.

Inspired by Shel Silverstein, Emily Morrison stretches the bounds of imagination and enchantment in this collection infused with humor, empathy, profound truths, and delightful characters. The clever interplay of Aileen Bennett’s illustrations draws the reader into the nuances of the words as they come alive in the reader’s mind.

Readers are introduced to Lila Duray—a quirky, book-loving girl with a passion for writing and whose author, Emily Morrison, has a penchant for poetry. Surrounded by an equally outrageous cast of characters, Lila Duray: A Collection of Delightfully Delectable Poems invokes whimsy in the ordinary and puts the extra in the extraordinary.

Let your imagination run wild, go on a safari, a race against time, or an adventure in outer space. Morrison stretches the bounds of imagination and enchantment in this collection infused with humor, empathy, and profound truths. 

Lila Duray is meant to be shared and often read aloud. It may even inspire young readers to write their own poetry. This book will be cherished by readers of all ages. Perfect for gifting or special occasions, this collector’s item will be treasured for years to come.

Penelope can’t sleep. She’s in a new house, sleeping in a new bed, and worried about what’s hiding in the dark. This charming story immediately addresses a common childhood hurdle—dealing with the challenges of moving and relocation. Her parents keep saying there’s nothing but dust bunnies under her bed, but that doesn’t stop Penelope from tossing and turning throughout the night, even after following her favorite bedtime routine.

Little does she know, all the racket she is making is keeping the dust bunnies up, and they’re ready to help her figure out what’s going on—if only to get some shut-eye themselves! Meet the three distinct personalities of the dust bunnies who both help and challenge Penelope to solve her problem of getting good rest. Through their hilarious nighttime adventures, Penelope and the Dust Bunnies gently teaches children the importance of healthy bedtime routines and finding comfort in a new environment.

In a poetic take on loss, debut author Laura Briel Sullivan delivers the wonderfully whimsical yet grounded story of Princess Briel, a young girl dealing with the loss of the generation ahead of her.

Once upon a time, on an isle not so far away,
Where Ocean tides and sea winds play,
A princess mourned of what had passed,
While souls set drift upon raised masts.

Guided by her talisman, Princess Briel traverses across the sea and island, encountering a charming cast of characters—from the Judge to the Alchemist to the Harbormaster, each offers the young princess a piece of life’s sage wisdom. Sailing with Angels takes readers on a lyrical voyage on the moonbeam and is a powerful reminder that “love stays bright,” even in the harshest storm.