Cover of the book The Sparkly Bun

Award-winning children's book about friendship, feelings, courage, creativity, confidence, self-esteem and individuality for kids of all ages, notably 4 years through 9.

About The Book

In a world where fitting in is the norm, “The Sparkly Bun” shows the importance of being true to oneself.

Join Emme as she navigates the tricky world of schoolyard fashion. Emme loves her clothes and accessories, but she especially loves one item. When she wears it to school two days in a row, her friends start to tease her. Will Emme be able to learn the valuable lesson that being an individual is more important than fitting in with the crowd?

With charming illustrations and story, “The Sparkly Bun" is a great addition to any child's library.

Cover of the book The Sparkly Bun laying on a wood table
Family illustration from the book The Sparkly Bun
Emme and brother Arlo going to the bus from the book The Sparkly Bun
Emme with friends at school from the book The Sparkly Bun
Dad tucking Emme into bed from the book The Sparkly Bun
Photo of the book The Sparkly Bun centered in a boys room

Read Aloud

Book Awards + Reviews

  • Readers' Favorite announces the 5 Star Review of The Sparkly Bun

  • Readers' Favorite announces The Sparkly Bun won the Gold Medal in the Children category

  • The Sparkly Bun is a BREW Children's Book Excellence Award winner

  • The Sparkly Bun is a two-time Purple Dragonfly Book Award Winner, in the New Author: Fiction and School Issues categories

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WRITTEN BY:
Keith Stoeckeler

Keith Stoeckeler lives with his wife and two children in Connecticut, where he is the Founder of the creative agency HEARTLENT Group.

He experienced a moment of inspiration while reading a bedtime story to his daughter years ago, which led him to believe he could create a children's book. The idea of incorporating his love for cheeseburgers lingered in his mind for some time, and he was motivated to pursue the creation and completion of the book to provide a lasting gift for his children.

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ILLUSTRATED BY:
Lana Lee

Lana Lee's love for drawing started at one when she scribbled on her grandfather's journal. She started her career working as an illustrator and designer at a children's book magazine company, creating characters, designing products, books, and gifts. Her fascination with vivid colors and storytelling through drawings led her to become a talented children's book illustrator. Lana's style is unique and unmatched, making stories come alive through her illustrations.

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