Janet Sumner Johnsonová žije v Utahu se svým manželem a třemi dětmi. Peče znamenitý skořicový závin a jí mnohem více sušenek, než je zdrávo, což vysvětluje její běžecké návyky. Ačkoli její plnohodnotné zaměstnání zlé tyranky/benevolentní diktátorky (aka máma) zabere většinu jejího času, v noci se vkrádá k psaní, když se její vnitřní smysl pro humor plně projeví.
Regina Grey, feeling inadequate in various aspects of her life, unexpectedly uncovers her knack for giving insightful advice to others. As she navigates her newfound talent, she learns to embrace her unique abilities and the impact they have on those around her, leading to personal growth and self-discovery.
Wanda desperately wants to be brave like her big brother Zane, but it's not easy. When the Coaster of Doom opens at the local theme park, Wanda is determined to show how brave she is. With all eyes on her, Wanda must find the confidence to be her own kind of brave.
The story follows Shelley, who cherishes her bedtime reading ritual with her dad. When his new job disrupts their routine, she takes matters into her own hands by "firing" him and seeking a new bedtime reader. As fairy tale characters arrive for interviews, chaos ensues with Sleeping Beauty's drowsiness, the Gingerbread Man's antics, and Snow White's entourage. Shelley faces a challenge in restoring her beloved bedtime routine, raising the question of whether she can find the perfect replacement for her dad.