You Never Know What You're Going to Get

Ten stories. All different. All awesome.
This book is packed with ten totally different stories from ten awesome authors ― and every single one is full of surprises, big feelings, and moments you’ll never forget. No two chapters are alike (just like no two kids are!). One story might make you laugh out loud, another might give you goosebumps, and a few might even make you think, “Whoa… that could totally happen to me.”
It’s like a mystery grab-bag of stories ― you never know what’s coming next, but trust us: once you start reading, you won’t want to stop.

Jaimie Franchi is a writer, English instructor, and gardener. Her work for children has been supported by grants from the Canada Council for the Arts, CBC/Radio-Canada, and the Conseil des arts et des lettres du Québec. Her writing for adults has appeared in filling Station, Poems for the Solstice, Kitchen Table Magazine, Farmerish, and Athens Free Press. She holds an MA in Literature from the University of Georgia.

Deb Attas is an award-winning educator and children’s writer based in Toronto. Inspired by her three sons’ childhood adventures, she weaves curiosity and humor into her stories. Deb coordinates and volunteers with Booster Reading, a literacy program, and enjoys time with her four grandchildren and three granddogs. When not teaching or writing, she takes art lessons, goes on long walks, and dances her heart out in Dancefit classes.

Saira Batasar-Johnie identifies as a brown, Indo-Caribbean Canadian. She is an author, Child and Youth Care Practitioner, and Registered Social Worker, passionate about sharing the history and practices of Indo-Caribbean people. Through her words, Saira aims to educate and inspire. Her book Dear Divya seeks to encourage young people on their journey of self-discovery.

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Peter Loveson is a Ghanaian poet and creative fiction writer. His work, influenced by his travels and life experiences, explores themes of connection, hope, grief, and the human condition. Known for his evocative language, Peter captures quiet moments and everyday wisdom. Outside of writing, he enjoys spending time with family and friends, playing music, capturing the world through photography, and supporting local cafes.

Juleus Ghunta is a Chevening Scholar, poet, and literacy advocate. He has authored and edited several books, and his poems and essays have appeared in more than thirty journals. A recipient of multiple awards, including the Charles Causley Trust Poetry Prize and Poetry Archive Wordview Prize, his journey overcoming adversity has been featured by the BBC, CBC, NPR, and in Trauma Proof, a book by Benjamin Perks, Head of Campaigns and Advocacy at UNICEF HQ.