One in a Million: Rare Wonders, Rarest You

A lyrical picture book that turns real-world wonders into a warm, memorable celebration of individuality.

Rare wonders are everywhere-hidden beneath the waves, blooming for a single night, appearing in unexpected patterns, and even climbing the sky instead of falling. In One in a Million: Rare Wonders, Rarest You, children discover moonbows, spotted zebras, snowflakes, night-blooming cacti, upward lightning, and other surprising wonders of nature.

With lyrical text by Kendra James and imaginative illustrations by Megan Liljenquist, each discovery invites young readers to look more closely at the world around them. Then the book turns that sense of wonder inward, arriving at a simple, resonant truth: there has never been another you.

Designed for shared reading with children ages 4-8, One in a Million blends nature curiosity and imagination with themes of self-worth, individuality, celebrating differences, and confidence. The inclusive illustrations follow a group of children whose imaginations transform an everyday park into a world of extraordinary possibilities.

Back matter extends the experience with fascinating nature facts, reflection prompts, and conversation starters that make the book especially useful for families, elementary classrooms, libraries, and classroom discussion.

A thoughtful gift for curious kids, this picture book gives children both a reason to stay curious about the world and a reason to celebrate what makes them unique.

A portion of proceeds supports Connected Families, helping Arkansas children and families through foster care, adoption, reunification, counseling, and family support.

Kendra James is a children's picture book author and former educator whose books celebrate individuality, inclusion, curiosity, and wonder. She is the author of Charlie Horse, an Amazon #1 bestselling children's picture book that has sold more than 2,000 copies and helped generate significant charitable support for children and families. Kendra lives in Conway, Arkansas, with her family. Learn more at KendraJamesCreative.com.

Megan Liljenquist is a children's book illustrator whose work blends whimsy and realism through bold color, rich texture, and dynamic compositions. She earned a Fine Art degree from Arizona State University and has illustrated multiple picture books, bringing stories to life through expressive characters and imaginative environments. Inspired by nature, history, mythology, and the magic found in everyday moments, Megan creates artwork that invites children to look closer and wonder. Learn more at meganliljenquist.com.