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2025 Holiday Indie Children’s Book Reading List

David Klochko — Mon, 17 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000

The holidays are a great time to slow down, relax, and enjoy stories with the
children in your life. Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, or
simply love the spirit of the season, this year’s Holiday Indie Children’s Book
Reading List brings together a collection of books written by independent
authors who care deeply about storytelling, creativity, and connection.

Each book in this list was submitted directly by the author and reflects their
unique voice. You will find stories that highlight kindness, courage, imagination,
friendship, and adventure. These titles make thoughtful gifts for families,
classrooms, and holiday celebrations throughout December.

Supporting independent authors helps keep fresh ideas and diverse stories in
the world. Your purchases, shares, and reviews all make a meaningful difference.

How to Support This Holiday Book List
1. Explore the books and visit the author's websites.
2. Purchase using the links provided.
3. Leave an honest review after reading.
4. Share the digital flip book with friends, family, teachers, librarians, and your
social media community.
5. Help spread the word by encouraging others to read and support indie
authors.
Give the gift of stories this holiday season and help independent authors
continue creating books children love.

2025 Holiday Indie Children’s Book Reading List

Merry Christmas, Missy Moo
A cozy Christmas tale filled with kindness, friendship, and a touch of holiday magic.
Website: https://www.mrs-bs-books.com/

The Candies’ Last Stand
Magical candies team up in a Kindergarten holiday adventure that blends teamwork,
friendship, and chaos.
Website: https://rachaeltarfmanperez.com/

Here We Go Again! A Story About Bullying
Peter the panther learns to find his voice with the help of a trusted friend as he
navigates a bullying challenge.
Website: http://www.savanna-therapeutic.org.uk/

Petunia the Perfectionist
Petunia discovers that mistakes are part of life and that joy matters more than
perfection.
Website: https://marissabader.com/

Pennygirl’s Rescue
Told from the perspective of a rescue dog, Penny’s journey highlights courage,
love, and the hope for a forever family.
Website: http://www.judymcgeeauthor.com/

DOGFISH and the Gift of Inclusion
Dogfish and friends search for Ollie before a birthday celebration can begin,
showing that everyone belongs.
Website: https://www.dogfishtales.com/

Penelope and the Power of Positivity
Penelope learns how to replace doubt with confidence using the power of her
words and the magic of “yet.”
Website: https://pictureperfectreads.com/

Are You Bored?
Three children discover how imagination can turn boring moments into new
adventures.
Website: http://www.monikamarzec.com/

Ready Steady
Lyra prepares for Sports Day and imagines one adventure after another as she
searches for her “go.”
Website: https://www.beckyedwardsbooks.com/

The Boy Who Wanted to Fly
Max dreams of soaring and learns with his sister that creativity and
perseverance can bring dreams to life.
Website: https://www.farialsbooks.com/

Count to 20 with the Silly Dinosaurs
A playful counting book that invites preschoolers to find a hidden bird dinosaur
on each page.
Website: https://www.quilltownbooks.com/

Polar Post: An Erutuf National Park Novel
Reese and Dean return to a magical national park and face their coldest and
most challenging mission yet.
Website: https://www.kathycherrybooks.com/

A Courageous, Clever Crow Series: Go Gladiator!
Three clever crows time-travel to Ancient Rome and explore gladiator games,
feasts, and Roman life.
Website: https://www.deborahbradburybooks.com/
How I Saved the Ants!
Cheeku meets tiny ants deep underground and receives a life-changing blessing
from their queen.
Website: https://julie09ichi.wixsite.com/jyothsna

When the Moon Sleeps, Do You Think He Dreams?
A child wonders what the moon might dream about during the day in this
imaginative bedtime adventure.
Website: https://davidklochkobooks.com/

Bo the Boat
A gentle lift-the-flap sea adventure that supports early speech and language
development.
Website: http://www.clareshort.com/

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First Author Event

David Klochko — Mon, 19 Aug 2024 00:00:00 +0000

Come out to Growing Minds Bookstore for my first ever Author event with readings, free coloring pages, and books for sale!

Where: 12 Winters Ln

Catonsville, MD 21228

Bookstore Website: https://growingmindsbookstore.com/

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First Author Event

David Klochko — Mon, 19 Aug 2024 00:00:00 +0000

I will be having my first ever author event at Growing Minds Bookstore in Catonsville, Maryland. There will be multiple readings of my book, free activity pages and coloring pages, books for sale, and book signings. I can't wait to see you there!

Where: Growing Minds Bookstore

When: September 14, 2024

Time: 12 PM - 3 PM EST

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Beautiful Book Reading

David Klochko — Thu, 11 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0000

I have partnered with Story Time with Nalini to bring my children's book to children all around the world. She has posted a beautiful reading of my story on her Spotify Podcast and Youtube Channel. Please check it out and follow her for more amazing stories.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=caHBOaGvLfs

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First Editorial Has Arrived!

David Klochko — Sun, 24 Mar 2024 00:00:00 +0000

"Fly High, Baby Dragon" has received its first editorial review, and it couldn't be any more exiciting. I was not expecting a 5-Star review on my very first picture book, but I am very grateful. I believe strongly in the ability of this book to foster positive conversations with children, and I am glad that the reviewer agrees.

Reviewed by Emily-Jane Hills Orford for Readers' Favorite

Trying to do something new is often difficult. For Baby Dragon, learning to fly like his mother is very difficult. David Klochko’s Fly High, Baby Dragon follows Baby Dragon from his birth through his struggles and frustrations as he tries to learn how to fly. His mother knows how frustrating it can be. After all, she was once a baby dragon. But she encourages him and knows just what to do to help Baby Dragon muster his courage and fly high in the skies. What does she do? Well, it has something to do with some of the other things dragons love to do.

David Klochko’s picture book, Fly High, Baby Dragon, is a charming, illustrated bedtime story for young readers, encouraging them to foster resilience and growth through dreams, patience, perseverance, and determination. The language is simple to help young readers follow along easily and the different fonts used for the text add a little flavor to the story. The illustrations are delightful: bright, bold, and colorful. The plot follows Baby Dragon’s adventure and learning curve. The characters are well-developed, playful, and full of love. This is a great tool for parents, guardians, and teachers to encourage young people never to give up on their dreams and to try hard to overcome any obstacles in their path. After all, life is just one big learning curve set on an adventurous course of discovery and determination. Beautifully told and presented, this story will both charm and educate young readers.

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