Books By Cathy
Children's author based in Kansas City
"SHOO-WEE"
SHOO-WEE is an amusing tale which allows children to engage with the story while being read to. A little boy named Emmett is wearing a stinky shoe while visting the zoo. When the stinky shoe is taken off of Emmett's foot, it is tossed from habitat to habitat giving off an odor no animal wants to smell. the various reactions from the curious animals make children smile at the silliness.
Published April 2022
Honcho
Have you ever been to a place where you felt like you didn't belong because of the way others treated you? Not everything is the same in this world, and unfortunately sometimes others are judged for their differences. This is a story of a tiny town filled with narrow-minded people who survive off of enormous, juicy blueberries that grow on top of a massive hill next to the small town. The blueberries became so essential to the town that they made all the buildings and clothing blue. They also named the tiny town Bluesville. The townspeople believe everything has to be blue in order to be accepted in their community. However, in this story, a tall, strong, green truck named Honcho proves this isn't true. Come and read this delightful story on how Honcho the green truck demonstrates its influential qualities to save a biased town from a catastrophe, after many years of being taunted by the people. See how something heroic opens the minds of others who do not believe the world can operate with diversity. This is a sweet story that teaches children everything and everyone has a purpose in this world no matter what they appear to be.
Published January 2023
Having made a 40-year career working with children in several early childhood settings, Cathy Varnell was inspired to create enjoyable stories for children of all ages. She was delighted by the smiles and laughter from the children as she repeated many of her stories throughout the years. Since she was 15, Cathy knew her career would be with children, which led her to receive her BS degree in Early Childhood from Ashford University.
Encouraged by her husband of 30 years, Cathy bravely brought the stories that had been living in her mind to life on paper.
Her first book, Shoo-Wee, was Published in April 2022, followed by Honcho in December 2022. Cathy's success as an author is a testament to the unwavering support and encouragement she received from her family and friends. Cathy enjoys writing children’s stories and making memories with her husband, children, their spouses, and grandchildren. She also entertains herself by traveling, fishing, canning, and helping others.
Cathy is excited to say there will be more published stories coming soon!
A dedicated children's author based in Kansas City, Missouri
