A Bell for Maury's Bicycle

Introducing children to financial literacy at an early age can start them on a path that will serve them well throughout their lives. A Bell for Maury’s Bicycle is an age-appropriate and fun introduction to some basic financial concepts for young readers and soon-to-be-readers. Follow along as Maury learns the value of buying something he wants, has the patience to wait for it, and finds clever ways to save for his goal.

A Bell for Maury’s Bicycle has received numerous awards. It won the 2024 First Place award from BooksShelf in the Children’s Books category. BooksShelf is on a mission to bring the world of books to life, and to connect authors, publishers, and book lovers in a unique and meaningful way. The book was also a 2024 Eric Hoffer Award category finalist, honoring excellence in independent publishing, a 2024 IAN Book of the Year Award finalist in the Children's Early Readers category, and won a 2023 Royal Dragonfly Book Award in the Picture Books 6 & Older category. The contest is a worldwide book competition that honors excellence in all types of literature, recognizing creativity and hard work in 67 categories. A Bell for Maury’s Bicycle has also been designated a ‘Story Monsters Approved’ book for 2023.

David Maurice Sharp is also the author of the book for grownups "The Thriving Artist: Saving and Investing for Performers, Artists, and the Stage & Film Industries". He teaches regular workshops for Entertainment Community Fund and other organizations, and is a frequent guest on financial literacy podcasts. You can learn more about David and his work at davidmauricesharp.com.

Franklin Silva is a Brazilian artist whose award-winning pieces have been shown in exhibitions in the US and Brazil. He enjoys exploring both traditional and digital art, taking inspiration from music, video games, science fiction films, animation, and cartoons. You can learn more about Franklin and his work at franklinsilva.art.