#1 International Bestseller

New Friends

A heartwarming children's book exploring compassion, listening to your conscience, and the pure joy of reuniting a lost friend with their family.

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Book Synopsis

Whatever could be hiding there?

New Friends is a heartfelt children’s story from debut author Glynis Falloon.

One day when Katie goes outside to play, she hears a strange noise coming from underneath Grandma's deck—a scratching, crying sound. Peeking into the quiet shadows, she spots a tiny, frightened kitten named Penny.

Follow the adventures of a kind-hearted girl who discovers a lost furry friend and embarks on a journey to reunite them with their family while learning about compassion, listening to your conscience, and the joy of reuniting.

Gentle Lessons in New Friends:

Listening to that quiet inner voice of conscience

Showing deep compassion for animals in need

Working together with family & friends

The joy of returning something lost to its rightful home

Honors & Recognition

Readers' Choice Finalist

Mom's Choice Awards Gold

Amazon Best-Selling Author

#1 Amazon Bestseller

The Cast of Characters

Meet the Characters

Illustrated in framed storybook portraits from Think Possibilities.

Katie

The Kind-Hearted Hero

A curious, observant girl whose empathy and quick thinking spark a mission of kindness across the neighborhood.

Penny

The Lost Furry Friend

A sweet, adventurous calico kitten who finds herself lost underneath Grandma's deck, waiting for someone gentle to hear her tiny cries.

Jamie

Katie's Loyal Friend

Always ready to lend a helping hand, Jamie joins Katie on her quest to discover where Penny belongs.

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Fun Activities & Printables

We have some fun activities so you can join the adventure! Help Katie find Penny in a maze, help Grandma & Katie find all the words in a fun word search puzzle, or use your amazing art skills and colour your own characters. Tag us on social media with #thinkpossibilitiesart.

Challenging Maze

Help Katie Find Penny

Navigate winding paths, twists, and turns to guide Katie straight to Penny beneath Grandma's deck!

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Vocabulary Fun

Word Search Puzzle

Help Grandma & Katie discover hidden words inspired by the characters, feelings, and friendship in New Friends.

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Art & Creativity

Colouring Sheets

Bring Penny, Katie, and Jamie to life with your fabulous coloring skills! Tag us on social media with #thinkpossibilitiesart.

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