Books by Cari Best

Cari Best writes picture books and middle grade for ages 2–8, exploring themes of love & family, creativity & imagination, empathy & kindness.

Standalone Books

Three Cheers for Catherine the Great!

Cari Best

For children who want to show love through actions rather than objects, exploring how to honor a grandparent with a gift

Ages 4–8

Sally Jean the Bicycle Queen

Cari Best

For the child who has outgrown a favorite toy or bike and needs help navigating the bittersweet transition to something

Ages 4–8

Are You Going To Be Good?

Cari Best

For the child who feels the weight of adult expectations during big family events. This story validates the wiggly, wond

Ages 4–8

My Three Best Friends and Me, Zulay

Cari Best

Zulay doesn't like using her sensory cane, but she is determined to run a race and show her classmates exactly what she

Ages 4–8

Easy as Pie

Cari Best

A kitchen fills with the scent of rolling dough and sweet fruit as a young baker learns that making the perfect treat is

Ages 4–8

If I Could Drive, Mama

Cari Best

A simple cardboard box becomes a grand vehicle as Charlie takes his mother on an imaginative journey across town.

Ages 2–5

By Age Range

Ages 0–3

1 books

Ages 4–7

6 books

Ages 8–11

5 books