Featured Book of the Month

About the Book:

Every summer, little Victoria travels to Grandma Sylvia’s house for a new adventure. Grandma embodies the spirit of a fearless butterfly, but Victoria is often filled with bubbling nerves, which leaves her confused and scared. Throughout Victoria’s many journeys over several summers, she navigates the winds of change with Grandma by her side with unwavering love and an unbreakable connection.

This extraordinary story is a celebration of eternal love and transformation, beautifully illustrating the profound bond between a grandmother and her granddaughter. Change can be embraced with courage and resilience, and the transformative power of love can bridge any gap. The Turquoise Butterfly explores our unique strengths and vulnerabilities in this heartwarming, multigenerational tale.

The Review:

Dr. Dale Atkins - The Turquoise Butterfly

Release Date: 1/6/2026

Publisher: Mascot Kids

Genre: #children #butterfly #family #love #relationships #generations

Illustrator: Amelina Jones

5 Stars

What a relatable and imaginative reflection on special relationships

I am a fan of this author! Whatever this author writes, I want to read. I must read. I know this is the first children's book of Dr. Dale Atkins, but she is no debut author by any means. I haven't read work from this author before, and I enjoyed this story. Whatever inspired her to write this book, made it a great one. From the nervous Victoria to the free spirit of her grandmother, Sylvia. Sylvia is always fluttering about, like a butterfly, and Victoria likes to know what's going to happen next. Grandmother and granddaughter relationships are ones to be treasured, every single moment. This story brought me back to not just the relationship with my grandmother, and we were best friends, to the relationships I had with my mother and maternal grandmother. This is a book to be read again and again and sit on the shelf. Adults pick this book up. Read it, to yourselves, and to your children, grandchildren and whoever else will listen. Never forget the Butterfly song, 'Butterfly, butterfly in the sky, like a flower floating by . . . When you see a butterfly blue, know that I am here with you. Every moment is fleeting, so embrace it, embrace the butterfly hug, or whatever reminds you of that one special hug, you can't ever get back. For me, it's a red cardinal, but either way, let your wings spread, and fly. I recommend that readers of all ages read this book. Sometimes adults should sit back and remember what it was like to be a kid, and whatever their child may be going through.