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Juju July is trying to focus. She really is. But today, her thoughts will not stay still. They circle, drift, and move faster than she can catch them. Then something unexpected appears. Soft ribbons of light begin to swirl around her pencil, her paper, and even her ideas. Juju names it the Whippa-Whirra. At first, the Whippa-Whirra is beautiful. It moves in quiet loops and shining circles. But the faster Juju's thoughts race, the faster it spins. Soon everything feels just out of reach. Thankfully, Juju is not alone. Her friend Jean notices what no one else can see. Calm, steady, and grounded, Jean helps Juju slow the swirl and remember that she does not have to hold every thought at once. Sometimes the bravest way forward is to choose one small step and begin there. Juju July and the Whippa-Whirra is a heartfelt and imaginative story about focus, friendship, emotional awareness, and learning how to find calm when your mind feels busy. With gentle storytelling and beautiful imagery, this book gives children language for internal experiences that are often hard to explain. Young readers will connect with Juju's struggle to begin when everything feels overwhelming and celebrate the quiet strength of supportive friendship. Parents, teachers, counselors, and caregivers will appreciate the story's encouraging message and relatable emotional themes. Perfect for readers ages 8 to 12, classrooms, libraries, and family bookshelves, this uplifting story invites children to pause, breathe, and remember that progress does not always begin with doing everything. Sometimes it begins with just one word. Part of the beloved Juju July and Jean series by Dr. JeVona Maniex, this thoughtful book blends imagination, representation, and social-emotional growth into a reading experience children will want to revisit again and again.

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Dr. JeVona Maniex is an author, psychologist, and storyteller who creates books that blend imagination, heart, and meaningful life lessons for children and families. She is the creator of the Juju July and Jean series, stories that celebrate friendship, emotional growth, confidence, and the power of being understood.With a background in psychology and human behavior, Dr. Maniex writes characters who feel authentic, thoughtful, and relatable. Her stories gently explore real emotions and everyday challenges while encouraging children to see their strengths, use their voices, and trust their ability to grow.She is passionate about creating books with diverse representation, warm storytelling, and messages that help children feel seen. Through her publishing work, she develops stories designed for homes, classrooms, counselors, and libraries.Dr. JeVona Maniex believes books can open hearts, spark conversations, and help children understand themselves and others in meaningful ways. Shumaila Khan is a talented illustrator known for creating warm, expressive artwork that brings stories to life with heart and imagination. Her illustrations are celebrated for their gentle emotion, vibrant storytelling, and ability to capture meaningful moments that resonate with children and families.With a gift for character expression, movement, and inviting scenes, Shumaila's artwork helps young readers connect deeply with each story. She has a special talent for illustrating friendship, wonder, and everyday emotions in ways that feel authentic and memorable.As the illustrator of the Juju July and Jean series, Shumaila brings visual warmth and charm to beloved characters through thoughtful details, soft color palettes, and engaging compositions. Her work supports stories centered on confidence, emotional growth, kindness, and connection.Shumaila Khan is passionate about using art to inspire imagination, celebrate diversity, and create books children will treasure for years to come.

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