Piper

by Arielle Haughee

Piper lives in a lovely garden and glows with her natural happiness and light. But when she ventures into the big city, she comes across strange, grumpy creatures. Their meanness covers her in goopy, gloppy uglies! Will she ever be able to find her glow again?
"This is a story of positivity and optimism that explores how the words of others can affect us. It shows that the best way to find your glow is by looking deep inside...A pleasant tale about battling negativity." -Kirkus Reviews
"Each page begs for a closer look. This book is perfect for the classroom as it offers young scholars an opportunity to talk about shaking off negativity while maintaining a positive attitude and optimistic outlook. As a bonus, Haughee demonstrates that sunshine can be spread." -Reader's Favorite Five Star Review

34 pages, Paperback

Published August 9, 2022

About the author

Previously an elementary teacher, Arielle Haughee (Hoy) is a multi-genre author living in Florida. She has a serious reading addiction, fantasy romance her absolute favorite, and loves nothing more than good conversation paired with a good wine. She is surrounded by males at home—a husband, two sons, and an energetic dog—and tries to integrate as much purple and flowers in the house as possible.

Arielle is a six-time RPLA-winning author and the owner of Orange Blossom Publishing. She is an editor, speaker, and writing coach, and was previously the Executive Vice President and Marketing Chair for the Florida Writers Association. She was honored with the President’s Award from FWA in 2020, and in 2021 Pling’s Party was awarded Children’s Book of the Year. Her press, Orange Blossom Publishing, publishes books about love, humor, and wellness for women and children.

Arielle writes children's picture books, a variety of short work, adult fantasy, and writing craft books.