Hillary H. B. Homzie combines her background as a sketch comedy writer and performer with her imagination to create engaging stories for young readers. Her storytelling often explores themes of identity and belonging through humorous and relatable situations. She is known for her ability to craft distinctive voices and create worlds that resonate with a sense of wonder and adventure. Her work encourages readers to embrace their uniqueness and find humor in the everyday.
Exploring the concept of true royalty, three best friends discover the essence of being a princess through inspiring facts and profiles of real-life princesses. Their journey empowers them to embrace their potential and encourages them to take action in their own communities, highlighting themes of friendship, empowerment, and social impact.
Swirl books are the perfect flavor: A sweet blend of friends, crushes, and fun. Curl up and take a sip!
How far will Ellie May go for a laugh--and a little revenge--when her class is allowed to celebrate April Fools' Day? Quirky and funny second grader Ellie May can't believe her class is allowed to celebrate April Fools' Day--so long as it's done in good fun. She absolutely loves the idea of targeting a certain someone--the practically perfect Ava. Practicing on her parents and sisters, Ellie May begins to brainstorm harmless pranks. Soon enough, good intentions turn the classroom and her home upside-down when fake ants, trick tape, and hidden surprises don't go as planned. Ellie May may not be perfect like Miss-Know-it-All Ava, or calm and rational like her best friend Lizzy, but she's good-hearted and eventually realizes that the best trick is to make friends genuinely laugh--at no one's expense.
A tween social media queen faces the challenge of giving up her phone, leading her to discover that life holds more value than online likes and validation. This journey of self-discovery highlights the importance of real-life connections and personal growth, offering a fresh perspective on the impact of social media on youth.
Just how far will Ellie May go to be chosen as class flag leader during the exciting week leading up to Presidents' Day? Quirky and funny, second-grader Ellie May enjoys learning about US presidents. But she absolutely loves the idea of being class flag leader during the week before Presidents' Day. Tired of not being chosen to hold the flag, she makes it her mission to finally get picked. Along the way, Ellie May ends up karate chopping the class plant when she tries to determine whether George Washington actually chopped down that cherry tree. Next she takes apart the class pencil sharpener when she learns that Abraham Lincoln liked learning how gadgets work. Ellie May may not be perfect like Miss-Know-it-All Ava or calm like her best friend Lizzy, but she's good-hearted and eventually realizes that honesty and patience go a long way.