You Are Not From Around Here Are YOu?
Release Date: June 13, 2026
Ever gazed at the twinkling night sky and wondered, “What might be up there?” Mack jets off from Texas to the stunning red rocks of Sedona, Arizona, ready for a camping adventure with his family. But when his furry sidekick bolts into the night, Mack sprints after him and stumbles upon a surprise guest.
Spoiler alert: this new buddy isn’t your run-of-the-mill earthling! Mack soon discovers the stellar delight of making a truly out-of-this-world friend.
In this galactic adventure, award-winning author Clarissa Willis introduces two characters who learn that no matter who you are or where you are from, friendship is all about having a blast together!
Book Review
You Are Not from Around Here, Are You? is the kind of picture book that makes you want to grab a flashlight and go “camping” in the living room. Mack’s trip from Texas to the red rocks of Sedona sets the scene perfectly—cozy, adventurous, and full of that wide-eyed “what’s out there?” wonder kids naturally have.
When Mack chases after his furry sidekick and meets a surprise visitor in the night, the story takes a delightful, imaginative turn. The “out-of-this-world” friend is handled with so much warmth and humor that it never feels scary—just exciting and fun. The message lands in a simple, kid-friendly way: you don’t have to be the same to be friends; you just have to enjoy being together.
The illustrations (Kashif Qusim) pair beautifully with the story’s nighttime magic, and the pacing is great for a read-aloud—plenty of moments for kids to giggle, gasp, and ask questions about space.
If you’re looking for a playful bedtime read with heart, adventure, and a gentle lesson about welcoming someone new, this one’s a winner.
Carrie Ingalls, The Forgotten Sister
WWA Spur Award Winner
Western Writers of America SPUR Award winner for Juvenile Nonfiction. While her sister Laura chronicled their life on the frontier, Carrie Ingalls forged her own path. This is the story of the “forgotten” sister, a frail child who grew into a resilient woman of the American West. From the hardships of pioneer life, Carrie emerged as an independent journalist, newspaper editor, and landowner, quietly shaping the futures of fellow homesteaders and proving that strength comes in many forms.
REVIEWS
I love every part of the Ingalls family. I have read the Little House on the Prairie series by Laura Ingalls Wilder. I have also watched each episode of Little House on the Prairie many times. In fact, I am currently re-watching it again.
I was excited to find a book about Carrie Ingalls, The Forgotten Sister, by Clarissa Willis. I looked forward to reading it, and I was very happy with it; I only wish it had been a little longer. I really enjoyed learning more about Carrie and her path into adulthood. Carrie became a self-reliant journalist, newspaper editor, and landowner.
When I started reading about Carrie’s life, I was determined not to let anything distract me, and I succeeded. I finished it in one sitting, but honestly, that was easy because it’s a short story about the Ingalls family, full of details about Carrie’s experiences, which I really enjoyed.
I highly recommend Carrie Ingalls: The Forgotten Sister to all fans of Little House on the Prairie. Make sure to get your copy of Carrie Ingalls: The Forgotten Sister today!