Meet CJ Bond, a granddad with a heart full of stories and a mission to wrap life’s biggest lessons in the coziest of tales. His secret writing fuel? His two granddaughters, Mikayla and Mariah, who inspired him to finally put pen to paper and share the story that became A Puppy’s Tale.

But every great storyteller needs a crew! CJ would be the first to tell you that this book was a team effort. It was born from a nudge by a friend, polished by a clever editor who made him feel like a genius, and supported by family members who patiently ate cold dinners while he chased the perfect words late into the night.

CJ has a special talent for seeing the world through a child’s eyes. His writing style is like a friendly conversation, filled with relatable moments, gentle humor, and a deep understanding of the little choices that feel so big to a young heart. He believes that a great story should feel like an adventure, one that leaves you with a smile and something important to think about long after the last page is turned.

When he’s not busy dreaming up new characters and their delightful dilemmas, you can find him enjoying the simple joys of family life, probably planning his next story for the young and young at heart.