Welcome to the World of Jinxie the Cat

Created specifically for early learners aged 3 to 6, our book series follows a charming cast of animal characters, led by the curious and kind Jinxie the cat. As Jinxie navigates his world, each beautifully illustrated story models kindness, promotes everyday safety, and encourages gentle, cooperative play.​

Whether you are a parent looking for a peaceful bedtime story or an educator seeking meaningful tools for early childhood development, Jinxie’s adventures offer a warm, safe space for young minds to learn and grow.

  • Jinxie Learns Gentle Play is now on sale!

    I am excited to announce that my book is now available on Amazon in both paperback and hardback formats.

    Book overview

    Jinxie the Cat Learns to Play Gently: A Heartwarming Story About Kindness, Gentle Play, and Making Friends

    *Help your little ones discover how playing gently can lead to happy, positive friendships!*

    Jinxie is a playful little cat with a big heart, but he has a small problem: he struggles to make friends because his play isn’t very gentle. Whenever he gets excited, his games turn a bit too rough, and the other animals walk away. Jinxie wants to join in the fun, but he doesn’t know how to change his ways. With some loving guidance from his Mum and a little help from his new friends, Jinxie learns a very important lesson. He discovers that when he uses gentle paws, thinks of others, and practices true kindness, playing together becomes the best adventure of all! Beautifully illustrated and filled with relatable characters, this sweet animal picture book is the perfect social skills tool for toddlers and preschoolers navigating early friendships and learning how to play nicely together.

    Reasons to Buy This Book:

    * *Models Positive Behaviour:* Gently guides children aged 3–6 through early childhood milestones like playing softly, understanding boundaries, and managing high energy.

    * *Perfect for Early Years & PSED:* Ideal for childminders, nurseries, and primary school teachers looking for a peaceful circle-time read-aloud focused on Personal, Social, and Emotional Development.

    * *A Gentle Parenting Resource:* Provides a wonderful, supportive tool for mums, dads, and grandparents to help coach children through rough play and friendship struggles.

    * *The Ultimate Bedtime or Calm-Down Read:* A soothing story with a heartwarming message that fits perfectly into a bedtime routine or a classroom quiet corner. Whether you are an educator building a kinder classroom or a parent teaching a child how to be a gentle friend, Jinxie’s story belongs on your bookshelf!

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  • Launch Date Set for 1st July

    I am delighted to confirm that Jinxie Learns Gentle Play will be available to purchase from Amazon from 1st July 2026 in both hardback and paperback versions. There have been a few teething problems along the way with ISBN’s and general self-publishing, which could have set back the date, but we are still on schedule! yay! The link to the Amazon page is at the top under Buy the Book. Thank you so much for your support xx

  • Jinxie Learns Gentle Play

    I am so excited to announce that the first Jinxie Book will launch on Amazon on 1st July 2026. I have already received the proof copy, which Jinxie himself has approved, as you can see below!

    Further details about purchasing the book will be available on social media and also on this page under the shop. Please follow our site and social media links to keep informed 🙂

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