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1. Author Bio (Short & Friendly)
Deborah Laird is a mother of two, an art teacher, and a lifelong lover of whimsy and storytelling. Her children’s books mix creativity and character-building with humor and heart. Clara and the Messy Mouse Kingdom is her debut title in the Starlight Special Needs Circus series, combining fun with meaningful themes like compassion, responsibility, and personal growth.
2. Book Summary
Clara never meant to make a mess of the Mouse Kingdom—but when her wild ideas spill into the real world, the royal mice must step in! In this fun, rhyming story full of tiny chaos and big heart, readers follow Clara as she learns that even little helpers can clean up big mistakes.
Perfect for ages 5–8, and especially great for sensory kids or those with big imaginations and even bigger messes!
3. Key Selling Points
A humorous, heartwarming story told in playful rhyme
Helps children reflect on taking responsibility and managing emotions
Especially engaging for families navigating messiness, sensory struggles, or special needs
Vibrant illustrations and bonus activity pages
4. Book Specs
Title: Clara and the Messy Mouse Kingdom
Author/Illustrator: Deborah Laird
Format: Paperback & Kindle eBook
Length: 32 pages
Publisher: Self-published via KDP
Release Date: July 18, 2025
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Clara Merchandise
The Kingdom’s getting festive! Just in time for the holiday season, Clara and the Messy Mouse Kingdom will have its very own Amazon Print-on-Demand merchandise store—opening this November!
From “Royal Mess Maker” shirts to delightful holiday gifts featuring Clara, the Nutcracker, Martin the Mouse Guard, and even the grumpy Rat King himself—you’ll find goodies perfect for kids, classrooms, and book-loving grownups.
Check back in November to explore the full collection and make your Christmas just a little more magical (and maybe a little messy too).