Press Release

OR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 4, 2026

A Quiet Autumn Story for Shared Moments

Four Paws Press Announces the Release of Lucy and the Squirrel: Fall

St. Louis, Missouri — Four Paws Press announces the release of Lucy and the Squirrel: Fall, a thoughtfully designed children’s picture book created to bring calm, connection, and warmth back into story time.

Written for children ages 3–7 and the adults who read with them, the story follows Lucy, a small Yorkshire Terrier, as she quietly observes the changing rhythms of autumn in her backyard. Through gentle language and inviting illustrations, the book captures a simple but meaningful experience—curiosity, discovery, and the comfort of familiar surroundings.

Unlike many fast-paced children’s titles, Lucy and the Squirrel: Fall is intentionally unhurried. It is designed for shared reading—those end-of-day moments when a parent or grandparent sits beside a child and the world slows down. The story moves through a natural arc of quiet observation, playful exploration, and a calm return, creating a steady and reassuring rhythm for young listeners.

“This book was created to give something back to families,” said the publisher at Four Paws Press. “Not noise or distraction, but a moment. A chance to sit together, turn pages slowly, and let a child feel settled and safe inside a story.”

Visually, the book features warm seasonal tones and clean, balanced compositions that support readability while maintaining a soft, immersive feel. Every page is crafted to feel approachable, comforting, and easy to revisit night after night.

Lucy and the Squirrel: Fall is the first in a four-volume seasonal series, with upcoming titles exploring winter, spring, and summer. Together, the series is designed to reflect the natural flow of the year while reinforcing themes of change, memory, and gentle growth.

The book is now available on Amazon. Additional details, series updates, and companion content can be found at FourPawsPress.com.

About Four Paws Press

Four Paws Press is an independent publisher focused on creating emotionally grounded children’s books that emphasize simplicity, connection, and timeless storytelling. Each title is designed to be as meaningful for the adult reading as it is for the child listening.

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D. Schrader

D. Schrader writes gentle children’s stories that celebrate curiosity, kindness, and the small adventures found in everyday life. Inspired by a lifelong love of animals and storytelling, Schrader created the Lucy and the Squirrel series to capture the wonder of the changing seasons through the eyes of a curious little Yorkie. D. Schrader is the founder of Four Paws Press and lives in Missouri.

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