Peni Clark

I write picture books for kids to encourage, inspire, and motivate!

children's book author

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Peni is a retired kindergarten teacher, but her ongoing love for inspiring young minds is unstoppable - just like her readers! Peni is now a picture book author dedicated to encouraging, motivating, and empowering children to believe in themselves, and to keep pushing forward because they can do it! Kids are amazing!

Peni has a zest for the outdoors, staying active, and exploring new places. She lives in Connecticut with her husband, Stephen, golden retriever, Zawadi, and rescue cat, Camelot.

Hi, I'm Peni!

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I’ve struggled with self-confidence, which is why I’m writing these types of books for children -

Even though I'm retired, I still feel the need to give back to the world in whatever way I can. Which is now writing inspiring books for kids.

I've struggled with self-confidence, which is why I’m writing these types of books for children -

Even though I'm retired, I still feel the need to give back to the world in whatever way I can. Which is now writing inspiring books for kids.

So THEY can develop confidence early in their lives.

- Peni Clark

Piper's Perfect Pick

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The debut book from author, Peni Clark, is coming this August! In a world of frustrated sports attempts, Piper yearns to find her true calling. But just when she is on the verge of giving up, her cat, Tater Tot, inspires an unexpected idea: boxing. Piper discovers her passion while learning that courage isn't just about throwing punches.

In this compelling tale of resilience and determination, Piper teaches us an invaluable lesson: true strength lies in the willingness to explore the unknown, to never surrender to failure, and to keep pushing the boundaries until we uncover our own unique path.

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I absolutely love to box, even though I didn’t start boxing until I was 60 years old. The first time I punched a boxing bag I felt empowered! I thought, “Oh, I like this. I want to learn this sport!”

So I did! Now I box 4-5 days a week.

Before I started to box, the only thing I knew about boxing was what I saw in the Rocky or Creed movies, which was pretty scary to me! What I didn't realize was that boxing is really about discipline, focus, and strategy, not just throwing punches. It's an amazing sport that is not well understood.

How did Piper's story come to be?

I wondered, What if I had started to box when I was younger, say 8 or 9? I probably would have been so much stronger, both mentally and physically. I would have had much more confidence in myself.

I started to think about how I wanted kids, especially little girls, to know that boxing is a great sport for them to try. I thought, "Why don't I tell them?"

Then...ding, ding, ding! The idea for ‘Piper’s Perfect Pick’ came to me.

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Perfect for 3-6 year olds! With a bouncy beat and easy rhymes "Go, ZZ, Go" is a great song to sing and dance to! Perfect for 3-6 year olds!

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A lively, kid-friendly rap song that follows Piper, as she discovers her passion for boxing after several frustrated attempts at different sports.

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More from Peni Clark!

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Join ZZ, an exuberant golden retriever puppy, on his unexpected journey in 'Heart Trouble for ZZ.' A routine vet visit takes a serious turn when a heart condition is suspected, putting ZZ's spirited nature to the test. All ZZ wants to do is play, but his family wants him to follow the doctor’s orders and stay calm. What’s a puppy to do?

This heartwarming story showcases the support of family, the power of teamwork, and the joy found in overcoming obstacles.

Most importantly, it reminds us to give unconditional love to our pets.

available November 3, 2024

Heart Trouble for ZZ

Come on a whirlwind safari adventure in “LilliMai’s Safari Hat!” LilliMai loves her hat, a versatile companion for all occasions. But when a sudden gust of wind sweeps it away during a safari expedition, her hat embarks on its own journey.

From playful elephants to curious leopards, confident lions, and charging rhinos, the hat becomes the star of every animal’s day. LilliMai’s quest to reclaim her hat leads to unexpected discoveries, resilience, and a heartwarming transformation as she realizes that sometimes what is lost can change into something even better.

Lillimai's Safari Hat

Coming 2025

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Come on a whirlwind safari adventure in “LilliMai’s Safari Hat!” From playful elephants to curious leopards, confident lions, and charging rhinos, the hat becomes the star of every animal’s day.

coming 2025

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coming november 2024

Follow Piper as she learns to box in this heartwarming tale that will leave you cheering for Piper and inspire you to keep exploring until you, too, find the one thing that sets your soul on fire.

A routine vet visit takes a serious turn when a heart condition is suspected. This heartwarming story showcases the support of family, the power of teamwork, and the joy found in overcoming obstacles.

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coming 2025

In the hills of West Virginia, Pammy Lee and her Mamaw share a special bond over Mamaw’s cookin’, especially her fried taters.
But when the potatoes run out, Pammy Lee embarks on a heartwarming journey through her neighborhood to find some.

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coming 2025

Step into the whimsical world of Nellie, a quiet and imaginative girl with an unusual best friend - an invisible pig named Old Long Snout. Together, they embark on adventures and share an unbreakable bond.