Poet Charles Ghigna pulls back the curtain of creativity and presents a poetic look into the mind and heart of the creative process. In a series of pithy and poignant reflections, Ghigna reveals insights into personal truths about inspiration, writing, and art. Dear Poet: Notes to a Young Writer is a companion guide for all who dare follow their dreams and heed the call of the creative life.

What kind of name is Cuddle? Well, it's the perfect name for a kind, caring, and adorable little bunny! Cuddle Bunny enjoys all of life's adventures. From learning to love herself to reading to her friends, Cuddle will melt your heart in this collection of sweet stories.

Discover the captivating allure of the Deep South through the haunting and powerful verses of one of today's most accomplished poets.Southern Bred is a haunting, powerful collection of gothic poems that captivate and transport the reader into the heart and soul of the Deep South. Each poem offers a glimpse into its mystery and enchantment, drawing you in with a blend of beauty and darkness. In the style of a memoir in verse, it showcases Ghigna's southern soul and his tender, yet piercing ...

The moon watches over usLike a Mother of the Night.She sees through the darknessWith her soft and silvery light.—excerpt from "Mother of the Night"Fourteen imaginative poems provide children with an engaging way to explore the wonders of the moon. With titles including "Magic Moon," "Ice Cream Moon," "Fruit of the Moon," "Artist Moon," and "Moon Cat," the poems encourage toddlers and young children to think of the moon in new and creative ways: a...

A heartwarming picture book about Carlo, a young Italian immigrant in 1800s New York City, that celebrates books and family as it instills the values of heritage, perseverance, and the love of learning. Transcending borders and generations, Bound to Dream: An Immigrant Story follows Carlo as he leaves his home in Italy and travels far away to New York City to create a new life. Carlo finds a job as a bookbinder and learns the skills of the trade, cultivating a love of books, words, and sto...

Insects can be noisy, but they do many amazing things! Which insects fly? Which insects buzz? Children interact with insects in this original rhyme set to music. Come along on a nature walk! Each title in the Father Goose: Animal Rhymes series is aligned with Early Learning Science Standards. This hardcover book comes with CD and online music access.

Colors shine all around you! Mixing colors makes a new hue.

Fetch, Cat. Fetch! is an endearing message of patience and love mixed with a big dose of humor. A winning combination when dealing with pets … and people! Author Charles Ghigna—Father Goose®—masterfully encourages young children to build reading comprehension skills and to gain confidence in this comical look at a special bond between a girl and her beloved cat. This beginning reader, through simple language and short sentences, captures the laughter and joy of watching a sweet, patient ch...

Four animal friends discover the many "little hearts" that can be found in nature.The world is full of little hearts.Each one a sign of love.Some are found upon the ground.Some are up above.Join a group of animal friends as they explore and discover the many "little hearts" that are found in nature. This gentle introduction to the world of nature for young children, written in rhyming stanzas by Charl...

A sweet soothing reminder to see and feel all the love that surrounds you. Music, silence, mountains, summer. Love is everywhere! This quiet, reassuring anthem reminds children that the world is full of love, kindness, and beauty. All you have to do is stop and look around. From the sunrise to the sunset and the winter to the spring, love is everything! A universal language filled with joy and wonder that promotes a sense of togetherness and inclusion. Through the soothing repetition of th...

Father Goose®, author Charles Ghigna, introduces poetry to children through the eyes of an adorable bear, his woodland friends, and a bright little firefly. What is a poem? A poem can be many things. In this sweet forest setting join a group of friendly woodland animals as they ponder the wonder and magic of poetry. Each animal friend offers their own ideas about poetry, from a whisper to a shout to a laugh to a sigh, and then realizes that poetry is an everyday part of our lives. And yes,...

Artists and poets from the past come to life in this series of twenty-four portrait poems by Charles Ghigna. Each portrait is written as a personal letter in the literary form known as the apostrophe and preceded by an introductory quote by each subject. Step inside and discover new revelations about your favorite artists and poets as Ghigna presents a series of hints and observations about each of these artists and poets who shaped how we view art and poetry today.