The Magical Land of Learning
Joanne Whitley
Joanne Whitley was born March 26th 1957. Joanne grew up in Richmond, VA alongside her 9 siblings. From a young girl joann always had a passion for helping children and the elderly. On top of being a veteran, Joann has a seasoned background in Menal health. Joanne says that her husband and 3 beautiful children were the inspiration that led her to writing her first book. She hopes "The Magical Land of Learning" will inspire children to always be respectful of others and remain true to who they are. Writing and publishing this book was a personal milestone for Joanne. She takes pride in knowing that its not where you're from but where you're headed.
Read moreThe Monkey and the Elephant
The Monkey & The Elephant by Joanne Whitley is a delightful children’s story filled with humor, heart, and an important life lesson. In Green Jungle, Menace the monkey loves playing practical jokes on the other animals — but not everyone finds them funny. When he targets Heavy the elephant, things don’t go as planned, and Menace quickly learns that jokes can sometimes lead to unexpected consequences. Through friendship, forgiveness, and compassion, this charming tale teaches young readers the value of kindness and reminds them that our actions can affect others in ways we may not expect. Perfect for bedtime or classroom reading, this story shares a meaningful message children will remember.
The Union of the Forest Animals
The Union of the Forest Animals by Joanne Whitley is a heartwarming children’s story about friendship, teamwork, and overcoming jealousy. When Brown Bear grows jealous of the beautiful Faithful Forest, he plans to destroy it. But Rabbit and Squirrel respond with kindness instead of anger, teaching him that hard work, unity, and faith can transform even the dullest forest into something beautiful. A gentle and inspiring tale that reminds young readers: never be jealous of what others have — work together and you can create beauty of your own.
