Children's Author

Jonathan
Hempstead

Stories of bravery, kindness, and tiny magic — made for big hearts and little readers who feel things deeply.

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The Author
Jonathan Hempstead

Hi, I'm Jonathan.

I write picture books and early readers for children who feel things deeply — and for the grown-ups who want to help them make sense of it all.

My stories celebrate the small and the shy, the silly and the searching. Whether it's a pocket-sized penguin learning he's braver than he thinks, a chicken having an identity crisis, or a little cloud that won't stop following a girl around — my books explore big feelings through gentle humor and heartfelt moments.

I believe every kid deserves stories that make them laugh, help them feel understood, and remind them that even the smallest voice matters.

📍 Norwalk, Connecticut
"My books are for bedtimes, quiet afternoons, and any moment a child needs to hear that who they are is exactly enough."
The Collection

Books by Jonathan

Heartwarming stories about bravery, kindness, and the magic already inside every child. Perfect for ages 3–8.

Pimkin the Pocket-Sized Penguin book cover Series Book 1

Pimkin the Pocket-Sized Penguin

A tiny penguin, a lost snow hare, and a snowy adventure about how small hearts can do big things.

Ages 3–8 Picture Book Bravery
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Pimkin and the North Pole Pocket Parade book cover Series Book 2

Pimkin and the North Pole Pocket Parade

A Christmas adventure about bravery, belonging, and the tiny magic that brings us all together.

Ages 3–8 Christmas Belonging
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Pimkin's Cozy Snow Day Coloring Book cover Activity Book

Pimkin's Cozy Snow Day Coloring Book

A cozy winter coloring book filled with sweet scenes, simple joy, and pocket-sized fun.

Ages 3–8 Coloring Winter
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Aidan and His Shadow book cover Standalone

Aidan and His Shadow

A lyrical, comforting picture book about friendship, imagination, and finding light in the dark.

Ages 3–7 Rhyming Friendship
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Tigey Wigey and the Missing Snacks book cover Standalone

Tigey Wigey and the Missing Snacks

A funny, warm-hearted tale about a sneaky tabby cat and the mystery of the disappearing treats.

Ages 3–8 Humor Cats
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The Chicken Who Forgot How to Chicken book cover Standalone

The Chicken Who Forgot How to Chicken

A hilarious tale about a chicken having an identity crisis — and discovering that being yourself is the best thing to be.

Ages 3–8 Humor Identity
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What Makes Them Special

Stories That Stay With Kids

Every book is crafted around themes that help children grow, feel understood, and believe in themselves.

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Bravery

Showing kids that being brave doesn't mean never being scared — it means doing the right thing even when you're little.

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Kindness

Simple acts of kindness become great adventures, teaching readers that helping others is the most magical thing of all.

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Self-Worth

For every child who ever felt too small or too quiet — these stories say loud and clear: who you are is exactly enough.

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Comfort

Gentle language, cozy illustrations, and calm rhythms make these the perfect snuggle-up stories for bedtime and beyond.

Reader Love

What Parents Are Saying

Real reviews from families who've welcomed Pimkin into their bedtime routines.

★★★★★

"Sweet story. Bought to go with a stuffed penguin child requested."

KT
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★★★★★

"Short story with wonderful illustrations, so soft and sweet. I liked the discussion questions as a way to expand learning and engaging the children that hear this story, which increases learning and retention of skills and handling emotions."

Jane Jones
Amazon Review
★★★★★

"Very cute book. Loved the story. The questions at the end are very good for kids to learn the lesson of the book. I would use it in my classroom."

Diane Klein
Goodreads Review
★★★★★

"My kids really enjoyed this story. We loved the illustration."

K F
Goodreads Review
★★★★★

"Sweet story. Bought to go with a stuffed penguin child requested."

KT
Verified Purchase · Amazon Review
★★★★★

"Short story with wonderful illustrations, so soft and sweet. I liked the discussion questions as a way to expand learning and engaging the children that hear this story, which increases learning and retention of skills and handling emotions."

Jane Jones
Amazon Review
★★★★★

"Very cute book. Loved the story. The questions at the end are very good for kids to learn the lesson of the book. I would use it in my classroom."

Diane Klein
Goodreads Review
★★★★★

"My kids really enjoyed this story. We loved the illustration."

K F
Goodreads Review
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