Give your child more than a good book—

Give them a message and a mission to believe in — A role model who shows what’s possible when you believe in yourself!

Vote Shelby for Best Local Author in NOCO!

At just 11 years old, Shelby is inspiring readers across Northern Colorado with her debut children’s book, My Hot Air Balloon! She's on the ballot for Best of NOCO — and she needs your vote to soar to the top. Click the link below to support this amazing young author and help show that anything is possible with some positivity (and a hot air balloon)!

VOTE FOR SHELBY!

Anything is possible -> All you need is some positivity and a Hot Air Balloon!

From imagination
to impact—

My Hot Air Balloon is the debut children’s book written by a bright and imaginative fifth grader eager to make an impact through her writing. This uplifting story reminds kids (and grown-ups!) that anything is possible with some positivity… and maybe a hot air balloon.

About the Author

Grab a seat and hit play—Shelby made this book trailer herself to give you a peek into the magical world she created (with a little help from her vintage typewriter, her mom, and of course her imagination).

✨ Positivity, adventure, and a hot air balloon await...

🎬 Ready for liftoff?

About the Author

The Young Dreamer with a Vintage Soul

Shelby is a bright and ambitious fifth grader with a heart as big as her dreams. Whether it's tapping away on her beloved vintage typewriter or diving into the pages of a detective mystery, she's always creating, imagining, and chasing new ideas. A true storyteller, Shelby loves writing poems and novels, weaving words into worlds that captivate and inspire.

Her passions extend beyond the written page. She's fascinated by history, enjoys unraveling mysteries, and treasures every trip with her family, especially to the museums of Washington, D.C. With a deep love for all things vintage, she finds beauty in the past while dreaming of the future—one where she becomes both a celebrated author and the President of the United States.

A positive message your child can carry with them.

Shelby's adventurous spirit shines through her writing, especially in her piece "My Hot Air Balloon," which she wrote to audition for her fifth-grade talent show. Not only was she chosen to perform, but her story became a crowd favorite, encouraging young readers to embrace adventure and the unknown with courage and excitement!

A positive message your child can carry with them.

With two loyal dogs by her side and a heart set on making a difference, Shelby leads her life with passion and purpose. She believes in chasing dreams, seizing opportunities, and embracing every adventure that comes her way.

Her motto? "Be an achiever" - Stay hungry for adventure and all the opportunities that present themselves!