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Varian Johnson


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My debut picture book!

I have a new book coming out on May 6 — and it’s my first picture book! Pre-order links below!

 

Elijah can’t wait to take his brand-new kite for its first flight! But with a new baby in the family, Daddy has to work this weekend. Elijah finds a clever way to help out and pitch in with his family while also reminding his dad how to still have a little fun.

LITTLE BIG MAN
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“Wait -- you kissed a girl you didn't like, tried to make me jealous, and almost got kicked out of school -- and you still didn't learn how to dance?' She looked at the ceiling. 'Why are boys so stupid?”
― Varian Johnson, The Great Greene Heist
tags: boys, humor
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“Just because you don't see the path, doesn't mean it's not there.”
― Varian Johnson, The Parker Inheritance
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“Just because he doesn't want to hear it doesn't mean you shouldn't say it.”
― Varian Johnson, Saving Maddie
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