My BOOKS

  • A book titled 'MVP's Playbook' features animated basketball players on its cover. The cover shows four children in basketball uniforms, holding basketballs on a court. The authors' names, Tradara McLaurine and Gaspar Sabater, are listed at the bottom.

    MVP's Playbook

    Being the best isn’t just about the game. It’s about what you do when everything falls apart.

    Micah “MVP” Phillips was born to play basketball. But when an injury knocks him off the court, everything changes.

    Now stuck on the bench, Micah struggles with doubt, frustration, and finding his place on the team. Just when he’s ready to give up, a teammate helps him discover that being a true MVP isn’t just about making shots. It’s about trusting, growing and showing up for your team in every way.

    Can Micah find his way back to the game and to himself?

    A powerful story about faith, bouncing back and the heart of a real champion. Perfect for young athletes, sports fans, and readers who enjoy faith-filled stories.

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  • Book cover titled "I Want a Nickname!" featuring an illustrated girl sitting at a desk with her chin resting on her hand. She has a notebook and backpack on the desk. The background has various words and exclamations in colorful text. Written by Tradara McLaurine, illustrated by Gaspar Sabater.

    I Want a Nickname

    It's not Sha-Dee-Ah, Shaw-Day-Uh, or Sha-Dee-Uh...it's Shadaia! Frustrated with everyone mispronouncing her name, Shadaia decides she needs a nickname. Maybe that will help everyone get it right. A book about empowerment, self-esteem, and loving the meaning behind your name. This powerful picture book from author Tradara McLaurine will encourage all children to be proud of the name they're given. Perfect for children ages 3-7 and for fans of Alma and How She Got Her Name by Juana Martinez-Neal and Your Name is a Song by Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow.

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  • Book cover titled "Why Mommy Works" featuring cartoon characters in various professional uniforms, including police officer, doctor, firefighter, chef, and construction worker, on a turquoise background. Author: Traddara McLaurine.

    Why Mommy Works

    Turn separation anxiety into a celebration of love and hard work with this interactive, one-of-a-kind keepsake.
    A Personalized Journey for Your Child
    Unlike traditional books, this interactive experience features dedicated prompts for you to insert 4x6 photographs of yourself and your family. Your child learns that your work is a direct act of love that provides for their world.
    Inside, your child will discover that Mommy works so they can:

    Eat: Includes a prompt to insert a photo of you eating.

    Sleep: Includes a prompt for a photo of you sleeping.

    Travel: Includes prompts for photos of the car you drive and the bikes you ride.

    Play: Includes a prompt for a photo of you playing together.

    Featuring the word "WHY" translated into dozens of languages including French, Spanish, German, Danish, Filipino, and many more. This book honors the universal sacrifice of working parents everywhere.
    Perfect for maternity leave transitions, daycare jitters, or as a birthday gift for the modern family, Why Mommy Works helps your child understand that even when you are working, they are the reason why.

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  • Book cover of 'Why Daddy Works' by Tradara McLaurine, featuring cartoon characters dressed in various professional uniforms, such as a police officer, firefighter, doctor, and construction worker, set against a teal background.

    Why Daddy Works

    Turn separation anxiety into a celebration of love and hard work with this interactive, one-of-a-kind keepsake.
    A Personalized Journey for Your Child
    Unlike traditional books, this interactive experience features dedicated prompts for you to insert 4x6 photographs of yourself and your family. Your child learns that your work is a direct act of love that provides for their world.
    Inside, your child will discover that Daddy works so they can:

    Eat: Includes a prompt to insert a photo of you eating.

    Sleep: Includes a prompt for a photo of you sleeping.

    Travel: Includes prompts for photos of the car you drive and the bikes you ride.

    Play: Includes a prompt for a photo of you playing together.

    Featuring the word "WHY" translated into dozens of languages including French, Spanish, German, Danish, Filipino, and many more. This book honors the universal sacrifice of working parents everywhere.
    Perfect for paternity leave transitions, daycare jitters, or as a birthday gift for the modern family, Why Daddy Works helps your child understand that even when you are working, they are the reason why.

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