Books by Megan K. Palmer
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The Missing Piece just released
March 13, 2026.
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Summary
Great news! The Missing Piece is a Mom’s Choice Awards® Gold Recipient. I'm proud of this little story and hope that families can enjoy learning our adoption story.
A heartwarming story about adoption, belonging, and the many wonderful ways families are formed.
A loving family works together on a puzzle when an important piece is nowhere to be found. As the mother, father, and three children search high and low through cupboards, on bookshelves, outside, each and every day, it becomes apparent that they are waiting for the missing piece, hoping and loving that it will come along. And when it does, the overjoyed family is finally complete.
Reviews of The Missing Piece
"A softly woven narrative with a lasting emotional resonance."
"A valuable addition to library collections addressing family diversity with warmth and clarity."
"Plenty of picture books have addressed adoption - usually from the perspective of a wondering child. This is the first to create a dual perspective of the adoptive family and the birth mother, weaving a tale of anticipation, love, and togetherness into a bigger picture of acceptance, giving, and joy.
Libraries and read-aloud parents will find The Missing Piece’s approach and positivity supersedes many other adoptive tales, placing it above and beyond most, in a category of its own."
- D. Donovan, Senior Reviewer, Midwest Book Review
"This is a book I’d recommend not only for adoptive families, but for any family. Because at its heart, it’s about belonging. About being wanted. About love that makes room and waits and welcomes. It’s tender, thoughtful, and full of heart—and it’s the kind of story that stays with you long after you close the cover."
-Cindy Lynn Sawyer, children’s author and founder of Designed2Glow, Write2Ignite Reviewer
Summary
Get ready for a nutty adventure in the heart of the forest with A Squirrely Christmas - a funny and heartwarming Christmas picture book for kids!
It's the most wonderful time of the year, and the forest animals, especially baby bunny can't wait for their annual Christmas Tree Decorating Extravaganza. This year, the squirrels-Clover and Pumpkin-are in charge of decking out the grand Christmas tree. But are these two fluffy friends up for the challenge?
Join a lovable cast of forest creatures in this playful Christmas book for children ages 2-7 that celebrates friendship, teamwork, and turning the chaos of the holidays into fun. Laugh along as Clover and Pumpkin learn the true meaning of the season-working together, slowing down, and sharing Christmas cheer!
With adorable illustrations and a playful speech bubble story, this Christmas book is perfect for holiday read-alouds with toddlers and preschoolers, teachers and librarians looking for festive Christmas books, or a great Christmas gift for readers who love forest animals and holiday humor.
Reviews of A Squirrely Christmas
"...A Squirrely Christmas is the perfect choice for young readers. Its fun-filled storyline, amusing illustrations, and educational facts make it a must-have for the holiday season. Share this delightful book with your family and make it a part of your holiday traditions!"
"Kids will enjoy the unique way this story is told through speech bubbles, somewhat like a graphic novel or comic strip. Parents can point out what each character is saying and read with different voices, making it a fun read-aloud."
"Stephanie Suwarato’s festive illustrations use delicate lines and bright colors to capture the season’s twinkling lights, powdery snow, and lush shades of the perfect Christmas tree."
You can read more about this story in the news. Click here to go to The Belmont Voice article.
Children & Parent Reviews of A Squirrely Christmas
"I liked the story because I learned that sometimes you have to slow down."
-Sian, Age 7
"I wanted to check again if there are more pages."
-Navid, Age 2
"Nice story and beautiful drawings."
-Emma, Age 4
"Very cute and fun to read for my toddler."
-Florina, Parent
"Beautiful message: slow down and work together to accomplish great things."
-Felipe, Parent