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“The first thing that reading teaches us is how to be alone.” —Jonathan Franzen

#1 Anyone else awake

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New Book!

Anyone Else Awake? A Dawn Chorus

Illustrated by Bonnie Kelso

Coming January 26, 2026!

Have you ever wondered what the birds might actually be saying when they sing those sweet whistle-y songs, chirps, chortles, and tweeps in the morning? Carmela’s latest book, Anyone Else Awake? A Dawn Chorus, stars eleven common bird singers…er rather, species.

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Princesses Series Board Books

Carmela’s other books for children

Other Editions

Many of Carmela’s books are available in Spanish Editions as well as Princess Sticker Doodle Edition books.

All materials copyright © 2026 Carmela LaVigna Coyle. All rights reserved. Design illustration from “Do Princesses Wear Hiking Boots?” Art by Mike Gordon. Website by Websy Daisy.

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