KIRBY AND THE RIVER STORM - CHAPTER ONE

<p>When a sudden Amazon rainstorm turns into a raging river swell a timid young rainbow basilisk named <strong>Kirby</strong> is swept far from home and washed up on the muddy banks of a vibrant new world - <strong>Beazle's Corner</strong>. It's a bustling miniature jungle town alive with color kindness and a little bit of chaos.</p><p>Here curious creatures run lively places like <strong>The Hungry Jungle Café</strong> <strong>Papaya Pastries and Puddings</strong> <strong>Mangrove Market</strong> <strong>The Pineapple Post</strong> and <strong>Pip's Party Palace</strong> - each run by unforgettable characters who become part of Kirby's journey.</p><p>There's <strong>Chef Tina Tongs</strong> the wise and spirited head of the Hungry Jungle Café who teaches Kirby that courage often starts with helping others. <strong>Mimi Marzipan</strong> <strong>Polly Pecan</strong> and <strong>Anita Sweet</strong> - the pastry trio at Papaya Pastries - show him that mistakes can turn into magic when friends stick together. <strong>Tootie Pop</strong> and <strong>Mr. Baggins</strong> at the Mangrove Market remind him that kindness and honesty matter more than perfection.</p><p>But Kirby's adventure isn't just about finding a place to belong - it's about learning to face fears make new friends and trust his inner strength. Through storms surprises and a swirl of laughter Kirby discovers that even the smallest lizard can make a big splash when he believes in himself.</p><p><em>Kirby and the River Storm</em> is a heartwarming rhymed picture book full of emotional learning teamwork and discovery. The story sets the stage for the growing world of <strong>Beazle's Corner</strong> - a magical jungle community that teaches young readers (ages 4-7) how to handle big feelings build friendships and see the beauty in being unique.</p><p>With vivid art playful humor and gentle life lessons this first adventure invites children (and parents) into a world where every storm leads to something new - and every creature has a corner where they truly belong.</p>