Snout and Captain Paulie are the city’s ultimate fire engine duo—until shiny new Fire Engine 75 arrives on the scene. Suddenly, Snout must hang up his hoses. He fears his days as a fire engine are over.

Captain Paulie has a brilliant plan that might change everything. Can Snout get on board with the plan and find a way to shine once more?

Author Kelley M Likes and Illustrator Ninnani invite you to join Snout on a heartwarming journey of embracing change and finding a new purpose.

Kids ages: 6, 7, and 8

Grades: 1st & 2nd

Early/Transitional Reader

Lexile Level 440L

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Kelley M Likes is an award-winning children's author, publisher, and former T6 Certified educator who creates stories that inspire curiosity and kindness, build confidence, creativity, and resilience. Her books range from humorous picture books and beginning readers to social-emotional learning stories that help children navigate real-life challenges.

Her growing catalog includes titles such as Panic and the Happy Thought, The Pumpkin Who Stayed for Christmas, Quest for the Momma Violin, Snout, Ben Wise and the Purple Dragon, and the Mat early reader series.

As founder of Likes Publishing, Kelley is dedicated to producing high-quality books that inspire a lifelong love of reading while helping children navigate friendship, emotions, creativity, and personal growth.

A mini-stroke survivor, brain tumor host, and lifelong storyteller, Kelley believes books can help children see the world, and themselves, in new ways. When she's not writing, Kelley enjoys encouraging young writers, speaking to students about the publishing process, and helping aspiring authors bring their own stories to life.

EDUCATION:

    Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) in Media and Technology

    Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Business Education

    Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Business Administration

    Associate of Arts (A.A.) in Marketing and Management

AUTHOR VISITS

I offer a full day of age-specific presentations for grades 1st to 12th, focused on what it means to be an author & publisher and creating stories. Visits can include: Lunch with students, book signings, contest judging, classroom drop-ins, and individual classroom presentations and discussions. In addition, free lesson plans with projects to extend the visit are included.