Meet CJ Bond, a grandma with a heart full of stories and a mission to wrap life’s biggest lessons in the coziest of tales. Her secret writing fuel? Her two granddaughters, Mikayla and Mariah, who inspired her to finally put pen to paper and share the story that became A Puppy’s Tale.

But every great storyteller needs a crew! CJ would be the first to tell you that this book was a team effort. It was born from a nudge by a friend, polished by a clever editor who made him feel like a genius, and supported by family members who patiently ate cold dinners while she chased the perfect words late into the night.

CJ has a special talent for seeing the world through a child’s eyes. Her writing style is like a friendly conversation, filled with relatable moments, gentle humor, and a deep understanding of the little choices that feel so big to a young heart. She believes that a great story should feel like an adventure, one that leaves you with a smile and something important to think about long after the last page is turned.

When she’s not busy dreaming up new characters and their delightful dilemmas, you can find her enjoying the simple joys of family life, probably planning her next story for the young and young at heart.