Published author and content creator
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I’ve had an exciting career in PR & marketing for more than 30 years, and I’m finally fulfilling my lifelong dream of becoming an author and content writer.
I’ve published childrens’ picture books, coloring and activity books as well as journals for teens and adults.
My vision is to support others on their own journey to self-care and self-love – helping you find true happiness and your passion. I also own The Spunky Skipper, a website dedicated to the young-spirited baby boomer + generation, with a mission to provide educational resources and interesting articles as we navigate our next chapter in life.
C.J. Beny, published author | content creator
CHILDREN'S PICTURE BOOKS - AGES 4-9
Not Scared to Grow Up Starring Fred Unafraid is a remarkably beautiful book about learning to be brave as kids grow from a toddler to a teen. They learn to take that next step with simple everyday activities, and the importance of being kind to your family and neighbors.A wonderful, early readers picture book.
What happens when a group of forest animal friends find their new home for the winter, but then encounter magic underground?
Surprise, hope, magic and lasting friendships Meet sibling squirrels Bob and Biba, a rabbit named Hula, a hedgehog named Ted and new friends they meet along the way.
Imaginary or real? Who’s Sammy and why is the entire Kindred Veggies family looking for him?
This delightful tale of discovery, mystery and wonder was written and copyrighted in 1990, with hand-drawned characters. And, in 2024, the characters came to life with immense color, facial expressions and beautiful scenery in “Saladville.”
Christmas is a time for giving – not falling down chimneys! Santa’s favorite time of the year is the night before Christmas. You know the one – Christmas Eve. Delivering wondrous gifts and making children happy brings warm feelings to his heart. But when he loses his balance on a roof and tumbles down a chimney on his butt, then on his head, he is faced with an incredible dilemma…
Santa must find a way to complete his mission before the village children awaken. What will he do? Who can he get to help? Will he manage to save Christmas in the nick of time?
CHILDREN'S LEARNING ACTIVITY BOOKS - AGES 4-8
Give kids a head start with learning to write the alphabet and more. Following the tracing dashes kids learn how to write all 26 letters of the alphabet and new 3-letter, 4-letter and longer words. Young kids have a short attention span, so I’ve included jokes, puzzles and coloring.
190 pages of fun coloring, activities, mazes, knock knock jokes, fun facts, word search and so much more. 365 days of fun in one giant, amazing Fred Unafraid book….
Kids will have fun learning to draw construction zone equipment, tools and people in this 65-page activity book. Grid helps kids focus by drawing one-square at a time to complete the image.
Jewlie the Mermaid & Friends fun undersea coloring and activity book for kids ages 4-8.
TEEN AND ADULT WORKBOOKS ANDJOURNALS
This is a best seller! Tweens and teens often struggle to focus with self-care and self-love, but it’s so very important to learn to accept and love themselves. I’ve tried to make it as easy as possible to use the 65-day (undated) Mood Buster challenge to improve self-esteem using prompts for managing actions and reactions to feelings and moods. With a little guidance, the hope is that the user of the workbook will discover they can control most of what happens around them, or to them, by making small adjustments in how they think and feel. Teens and young women can be in control. They have the power to make changes.
This beautiful and simple vintage-inspired 52-week self-discovery journal is perfect for the busy woman who doesn’t have time for daily journaling, yet wants to relax at week’s end with (drink of choice). She checks in with herself, and that’s a great thing. How was the week? Emotionally charged or a happy-go-lucky type of week we all wish for. Take time for yourself to reflect, self-love and recharge for the week ahead with this journal tracker.
This Notebook & 50 Quotes is a great accompaniment to the 52-Week Self-Discovery Journal with the same vintage-inspired design created by the author. They are sold separately
NEW! The Grey Between the Black and White is a 100-page guided journal designed for men (regardless of age) who want to better understand their thoughts, emotions, and everyday choices — without the fluff or therapy-speak.
This isn’t about fixing what’s broken. It’s about exploring the space between extremes: Success or failure. Strength or softness. Right or wrong. And discovering that the truth — your truth — lives in the grey.
Affordably priced at under $9 usd.
PUZZLE BOOKS
Retro 1950s and 1960s Word Search for Seniors: Remember the Fabulous 50s and Swinging 60s? Let’s celebrate some of the most wonderful generations of our times. If you’re in your 70s, 80s and 90s, retired and loving it, take this easy-to-read word search retro puzzle everywhere with you. Its nice square format (8.x5x8.5) is packed with more than 600 unique words to take you down memory lane. From the console TV, rotary phones (which you may still have), tailfins, the drive-in restaurant, poodle skirts and greasers. We’ve covered lots from the 50s and 60s.
Step back in time with The Antique Collector’s Word Search! Designed for seniors and antique lovers alike, this delightful word find puzzle book is filled words that celebrate the beauty, history, and craftsmanship of treasured collectibles.
From vintage furniture and rare coins to classic books and heirloom jewelry, each puzzle is a journey through the past—challenging your mind while evoking nostalgia.
Whether you’re a seasoned collector or simply appreciate the timeless allure of antiques, this book offers hours of engaging fun and relaxation.
Each of the 51 puzzles (includes solutions) brings you back in time, with the more than 1000 words about furniture, rare books, jewelry and lots more.
The Ultimate Retired Doctor’s (or medical professional’s) Word Search puzzle will keep the senior doctor’s mind active and engaged. Puzzles are easy, medium and challenging to keep the medical professional’s knowledge (and memory) of medical terms, equipment, common illnesses, medication and more, cognitively sharp.
With the more than 800 words and 55 puzzles about the profession they dedicated their life to, this word find puzzle will keep them busy.
FUN AND ENTERTAINING COUPON BOOKS FROM KIDS TO: MOM, DAD, NANA AND GRANDDAD!
Wonderful and inexpensive gift from child to MOM and DAD, and NANA and GRANDDAD. Pre-filled and blank coupon books, where pages are filled in with fun activities the child can do with the family member receiving the coupon book. Thoughtful and heartfelt activities for child-parent, child-grandchild bonding time.
p.s. the Dad and Granddad coupon books also include jokes.
Each coupon book is less than $8 usd.
