Have you ever wanted to write a children's book? Then this is the episode for you. List in as former sixth-grade teacher Joy Good debuts with Dave Asks Permission, featuring her ultra-smart granddog Dave. She talks about how she came up with the idea, created the beautiful images, and her experience working with the O'Leary Publishing team throughout the design and publishing process.

Dave Asks Permission is a vivid picture book that not only teaches kids about integrity but also introduces a unique narrative style. When she's not writing, Joy is a certified mermaid, swim instructor, and NICU baby snuggler. She lives in Estero, Florida, with her partner, Keith.

BOOK DESCRIPTION: Meet Dave, the lovable dog with a heart of gold. When Grammy bakes delicious cookies for Caroline's birthday, Dave forgets his manners for a minute and takes one from the counter. Now, the big question is, will Grammy let Dave have his coveted treat? Dive into this tail-wagging adventure to find out!

A NOTE FROM JOY: As a former English teacher, I struggled to find second-person narratives. In this book, the narrator refers to Dave as "you," offering a unique spin on this perspective. Initially written in first person, I found having an external human narrator telling Dave's story more compelling. I hope you enjoy this too!

For more about Joy visit https://joygood.net/ and to learn about publishing your book visit https://olearypublishing.com and take the Author Adventure Quiz today.