Latchkey: Why Me?

Introducing "Ashman Chronicles: Latchkey: Why Me?" - the first hilarious installment in a series that will have kids giggling and cheering for more!

Meet Dre Beason, a quick-witted and imaginative 9-year-old who turns his in school and after-school hours into epic adventures. As a latchkey kid with two loving, hardworking parents, Dre has mastered the art of entertaining himself and his friends in the most uproarious ways possible.

Left-handed in a right-handed world, Dre doesn't just face challenges - he transforms them into sidesplitting escapades. Whether he is leveling up on his favorite video games, creating wild stories inspired by his favorite cartoons, or outside playing sports and riding his skateboard on a mission, Dre's creativity knows no bounds.

Join Dre as he:

- Outwits neighborhood troublemakers with clever schemes

- Turns everyday objects into extraordinary inventions

- Navigates the ups and downs of elementary school with humor and heart

- Proves that being different is his secret superpower

From the moment he unlocks his front door to the second his parents return home, Dre's world is a whirlwind of laughter, friendship, and growth. Watch as he learns to embrace his uniqueness, stand up for himself and others, and find the extraordinary in the ordinary.

Perfect for young readers who love to laugh, "Ashman Chronicles: Latchkey: Why Me?" tackles themes of self confidence, problem-solving, and the power of imagination. Parents and educators will appreciate the subtle lessons on resilience, creativity, and the importance of being true to oneself.

Get ready to step into Dre Beason's world - where every afternoon is an adventure, and laughter is the key that unlocks endless possibilities!

Andre J is a self-proclaimed comedic genius trapped in the body of a children's author. This passionate storyteller believes he can make any adult or child burst into uncontrollable laughter with his razor-sharp wit, though his own children seem to have missed the memo. Undeterred by their eye-rolls and groans, Andre channels his misunderstood humor into creating multi-ethnic, relatable characters for young readers.With a background in children's education and a childhood spent devouring library books by the likes of Beverly Cleary, Andre crafts stories that entertain, educate, and empower children - all while secretly hoping to finally impress his own offspring. His competitive spirit often leads to heated battles of wit and skill with his kids, from intense Mario Kart races to cutthroat Monopoly sessions.When he's not furiously scribbling down his next masterpiece or attempting to prove his comedic prowess, Andre can be found planning outrageous family adventures in and around Atlanta, Georgia, where he lives with his lovely and patient wife Ambra and their three amazing (if humor-challenged) children