New Releases by Mr. Nick Rokicki

Paisley Brooke Jackson is the brightest new cupcake at Nom Nom's Cupcake Factory. The young peanut butter and jelly cupcake couldn't be happier about celebrating her birthday. But there is a problem--- Paisley is only concerned with her birthday gifts! Ignoring the other cupcakes who are celebrating, Paisley snoops around the shop, looking for her gifts. When the other cupcakes realize that there aren't any gifts for their friends, they try to improvise. But Paisley isn't pleased. Crusty the Carrot Cupcake saves the day in this heartwarming tale that will engage young readers. With large, multi-colored text and repetitive text, those children who struggle with reading will build confidence with ease. Crusty Cupcake's Happy Birthday makes an awesome birthday gift, with a very important birthday message! To learn more about the authors and their other books, please visit www.PeteThePopcorn.com

Pete the Popcorn is a corny story about popping up! Pete is a little popcorn kernel struggling with growing up, like all kernels his age. He wants to stand out from the other kids, but doesn't know how. And he's worried that he might not get popped! His best friend Patty, along with a school lesson from Professor Popcorn at Popcorn Prep, teach Pete that he can and will pop up to be exactly what he is supposed to be. This colorfully illustrated book is PERFECT for children in grades Kindergarten through 3rd! Pete the Popcorn has been hailed by teachers and parents nationwide as an anti-bullying book that stresses encouragement. Look for Pete's authors at schools and gourmet popcorn shops all over the country--- so you can get your book signed!