Penny and the Perfect Pumpkin

Nani Baquedano is the daughter of two exceptional hispanic parents, she speaks both English and Spanish, prides herself on being an adventurous globe trotter, and is a loving dog mom to her sweet black Lab retriever, Kida. She was born in Georgia, but at a young age moved to Wilmington, North Carolina where she was raised on ocean breezes and starry nights. Her love for writing flourished in that small beach town. She went on to graduate from UNC Charlotte with a major in English creative writing, and a double minor in children's literature and journalism. She is currently on the cusp of becoming a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Inspired by her career and love of family, this book was created as a way to teach children and parents that families truly can come in all shapes and sizes, and often do.