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Grace Retraces Her Day

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The Party in the Old Brown Barn

By Cheryl Lock

FORMAT: Hardcover, Paperback, eBook

"When the old brown barn at the end of the street is torn down to make way for something new, the animals that live there have a choice. They can focus on feeling sad or make the most of the time they have."

COMING SOON!!!


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Grace Retraces Her Day

By Cheryl Lock

FORMAT: Hardcover, Paperback, eBook

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"Retrace your steps,” said Mom.
So, Grace is making the rounds.

When Grace misplaces her beloved toy caterpillar, she brings us along on a magical journey through her day to find it. As we walk through Grace's world, both she and the reader discover that sometimes the most important things are found in the most unexpected places.

Perfect for young children of all ages, this picture book invites readers to dive into Grace’s world of make-believe, teaching them valuable life lessons of imagination, adventure and play along the way.

Why You’ll Love It

Grace Retraces Her Day is more than just a story about a lost toy. It's a celebration of childhood curiosity and the power of imagination. Through playful storytelling and vibrant illustrations, this heartwarming book helps children understand problem-solving, compromise, and the joy of family. The book was a finalist in the American Writing Awards Children's Book International contest in the "adventure" category, and the 2025 Literary Global Children's Book Awards in the "realistic fiction" category.

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Introducing Book & Craft Birthday Parties!

Looking for a unique and engaging way to celebrate your child’s birthday?

Let's party! I’ve teamed up with Kiki, owner of the Denver metro area's fabulous one-of-a-kind arts and crafts truck "Crafty Chassis," to bring you Book & Craft Birthday Parties. At our unique parties, I’ll read Grace Retraces Her Day, and then Kiki will lead the kids in a fun, themed craft (like making their own adorable caterpillar!). Each kid walks away with a signed copy of the book and their very own cute creation. It’s the perfect mix of storytelling and creativity ... plus we come to you!


Want to learn more? Email me at Cheryl.Lock@gmail.com or send me a DM on Instagram @What_Cheryl_Writes. We can't wait to hear from you soon!

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The Financial Caregiver Kit

By Cheryl Lock

FORMAT: eBook

Over 60% of family caregivers help with paying bills, managing bank accounts, or handling insurance paperwork — often under pressure.

The Financial Caregiver Kit is a practical guide designed specifically for adult children and family members who find themselves managing finances for aging parents or loved ones.

I created this guide, with insights from former LegalZoom executives, to combine real-world caregiving experience with deep financial and legal expertise.

This isn't just another financial planning book — it's a compassionate companion that understands the unique decisions, emotions, and responsibilities you face as a financial caregiver. Inside the book you'll find:

  • Templates and checklists
  • Financial + legal basics in plain english
  • Scripts for hard conversations

Learn more (and view sample chapters) here.

About the Author

CHERYL LOCK has known since the third grade when she read Robert C. O’Brien’s Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH that writing — and writing children’s books, more specifically — would be in her future. Eventually, she moved to Manhattan to follow her writing dreams, working for newspapers, magazines, and websites. Her work has been published in The New York Times, The Washington Post, Forbes, Parents, and loads of other places. She lives in Colorado with her husband and three daughters.

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