About the Author

Anita Ann Caruso was an interior designer for more than 40 years and is the author of the memoir, "As Ever, Pudd: " A Love Story That Never Ends Told in Letters. From the age of 10 her imagination loved to create fun stories and exciting adventures. Being a grandmother to her 31 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren inspired her to write her first children's book. Brayden's Magical Jungle is the first in a series of Brayden's Magical Journey books. In each subsequent book Brayden will be teamed up with some of his cousins. "With this many great-grandchildren, and I'm sure, more to come, Brayden's magical journey possibilities are endless," Anita says. Anita has lived on Cape Cod for 49 years.

Reviews

Dragonfly Book Awards Book Series: Honorable Mention in the Picture Books 5 and Younger Category at the 2018 Purple Dragonfly Book Awards for "Brayden's Magical Jungle," "Brayden's Magical Carousel Horse," and Brayden's Magical Forest," won. Anita's 4th book, "Brayden's Magical Pirate Ship Adventure," won Second Place in the Picture Books 5 and Younger Category at the 2020 Purple Dragonfly Book Awards.

Mom-Spot.com:
. Vibrant pictures will capture your children's interests. Brayden is a character that kids can identify with. Whimsical characters add to the storyline. Fun adventures that encourage imagination. Great book for a night-time story to give your children sweet dreams