Connecticut Author Lauryn Alyssa Wendus Releases Mother's Day and Father's Day Children's Books Featuring a Beloved Seasonal Mouse

CONNECTICUT - April 17, 2026 - Children's author Lauryn Alyssa Wendus announces the release of two new picture books, Mother's Day for Mouse and Mouse Helps Dad: A Father's Day Story, continuing the charming appearances of a small, endearing mouse who has quickly become a seasonal favorite for young readers and their families.

The two books mark the fourth and fifth appearances of the character, who first arrived earlier this year in A Strawberry Valentine Story, followed by A Lucky Day for a Mouse and Easter Mouse. With each holiday, the mouse returns in a new setting-bringing warmth, familiarity, and a sense of gentle tradition to each celebration.

Both new titles are part of A Ping of Magic, an evolving creative platform by Wendus focused on adding small, meaningful moments of wonder to a child's early years. The platform extends beyond books to include personalized experiences, storytelling tools, and seasonal traditions-designed to help families create memories that feel simple, magical, and lasting.

At the heart of the books is connection. Mother's Day for Mouse and Mouse Helps Dad: A Father's Day Story are designed as cozy read-aloud experiences, offering a natural way for parents and children to slow down and share time together.

Each book also includes a dedicated "To / From / Note" page, inviting children to write or draw a message to their parent-transforming the story into a personal keepsake that can be revisited year after year.

"It's about creating moments that feel special without needing to be complicated," says Wendus. "A little pause in the day where a child and parent can connect-that's the kind of magic I love creating."

Lauryn Alyssa Wendus is the founder of Oli Kids Co. and the creator behind a growing collection of children's books and early learning tools. Her work is inspired by a family legacy of storytelling-she is a descendant of early 20th-century children's author Charlotte Steiner, whose writing celebrated imagination and childhood wonder.

Through her work, including Oli Kids Co., A Good Start Reading, and A Ping of Magic, Wendus develops stories, tools, and experiences that support early literacy while honoring children's natural sense of wonder. Her creations are designed to feel timeless, cozy, and joyful, inviting families into meaningful moments of connection.

Mother's Day for Mouse and Mouse Helps Dad: A Father's Day Story are now available on BN.com.

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