I Don’t Think So! Awareness Tour is presented in partnership* with K. Joyner and The Children’s Book Review.
Get ready for a heartwarming adventure as we kick off the virtual book tour for I Don’t Think So! by K. Joyner—a delightful story about shy little Mia learning to face the world.
Step into the world of Mia, a shy kindergartner with loving parents, who faces the everyday challenges of school and growing up. With the support of her best friend, Cody, and her inspiring teacher, Ms. Doodlebee, Mia begins to find her confidence and discover that the world is full of exciting adventures waiting just beyond her comfort zone. I Don’t Think So! is an uplifting story about courage, friendship, and the small steps that help us grow.
…a delightful resource for children who need a little extra courage and confidence to try new, unfamiliar things.
Readers who join us on this virtual tour have the chance to win one of five signed hardcover copies of I Don’t Think So! One lucky grand prize winner will receive a signed copy and a $50 Barnes & Noble gift card. Don’t miss your chance to bring Mia’s inspiring story home—enter below!
I Don’t Think So!
Virtual Tour Dates
| Monday, June 9, 2025 The Children’s Book Review Book List Featuring I Don’t Think So! |
| Tuesday, June 10, 2025 The Fairview Review Book Review of I Don’t Think So! |
| Wednesday, June 11, 2025 Crafty Moms Share Book Review of I Don’t Think So! |
| Thursday, June 12, 2025 Deliciously Savvy Book Review of I Don’t Think So! |
| Monday, June 16, 2025 Q&As with Deborah Kalb Author Interview with K. Joyner |
| Tuesday, June 17, 2025 @avainbookland Book Review of I Don’t Think So! |
| Wednesday, June 18, 2025 @nissa_the.bookworm Book Review of I Don’t Think So! |
| Thursday, June 19, 2025 Lisa’s Reading Book Spotlight on I Don’t Think So! |
| Friday, June 20, 2025 icefairy’s Treasure Chest Book Review of I Don’t Think So! |
| Monday, June 23, 2025 @bored_military_wife Book Review of I Don’t Think So! |
| Tuesday, June 24, 2025 Confessions of a Book Addict Book Spotlight on I Don’t Think So! |
| Thursday, June 26, 2025 Me Two Books Author Interview with K. Joyner |
| Friday, June 27, 2025 Froggy Read Teach Book Review of I Don’t Think So! |
| Monday, June 30, 2025 Country Mamas With Kids Book Review of I Don’t Think So! |
| Tuesday, July 1, 2025 The Children’s Book Review Book Review of I Don’t Think So! |
I Don’t Think So! Book Giveaway
I Don’t Think So!: Book GiveawayAbout the Book
I Don’t Think So!
Written by K. Joyner
Illustrated by Asha Butler
Editing and Art Direction by Monica Violet Joy
Ages: 3-8 | 34 Pages
Publisher: BookBaby (2025) | ISBN: 979-8218567026
Publisher’s Book Summary: Mia is a precocious kindergartner with two loving parents. She lives in a wonderful and colorful city, surrounded by curious characters. Mia seems to have it all. Unfortunately, try as she might, little Mia is terribly shy and it can be a real hindrance for any child to find the confidence they need to tackle new, scary challenges, like school! Luckily for Mia, she has her best friend Cody, and inspiring teacher, Ms. Doodlebee to help bring her out of her shell, and show her that the world is a wonderful, inspiring place, brimming with adventure, and fun!
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About the Author
Kelli Joyner (also known as K. Joyner) graduated from the University of Michigan-Dearborn with a B.S. Degree in Industrial & Systems Engineering. In 2020, she retired as a Vice President (VP) of Industrial Engineering from a Fortune 500, Atlanta-based company. Problem-solving, effective leadership, and strong communication skills were the characteristics that set Kelli apart from her peers, resulting in eighteen years of VP-level experience over her thirty-six-year career in industrial engineering with the company.
As a writer, she was drawn to great stories in both books and films as far back as she can remember, and knew she wanted to pursue a writing career at some point. Her first book, Unimaginable Loss…Godly Transformation was released in August of 2023. It is a memoir that recounts her childhood, her personal story of loss, and includes a guided grief journal. In 2024, Kelli wrote two young adult novels that are currently awaiting representation and adapted one into a screenplay.
I Don’t Think So! is Kelli’s debut children’s book. She plans to expand it into a series, called the Doodlebees, focused on instilling positive social skills and self-confidence in young children, while igniting their imagination and sprinkling in a bit of humor. In addition to writing, Kelli enjoys collecting miniature dollhouses and furniture, reading, traveling, and having fun with her family. Kelli resides in an Atlanta suburb, along with her husband. They have two young adult children.
To learn more, check out kjoynerbooks.com.
About the Editor and Art Director
Monica Violet Joy is an acclaimed creative, renowned for developing and producing the beloved hit, CoComelon. She’s created series for athletes like Tony Hawk, and for revered toy companies such as Magna-Tiles as well as Build-A-Bear Workshop. She was a Consulting Producer on Netflix’s Go Dog Go!, a writer on Bubbles and Friends, and for Future Chicken. Monica has also worked as a writer, in development and production on: Blue’s Clues, Bubble Guppies, Kamp Koral, SpongeBob, Team Umizoomi, Wallykazam, Nimona, Ferdinand, Spies in Disguise, Ice Age V, and The Peanuts Movie. Her work has received Academy Awards, Annie Awards and Women of Inspiration Awards. Monica holds a Bachelor in Film Studies and Art History from the University of East Anglia, and a Master in History from the University of Birmingham.
About the Illustrator
Asha Butler is an acclaimed artist from Atlanta, Georgia. Asha holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Digital Animation from Kennesaw State University. She is an accomplished children’s book illustrator and animator. Inspired by her travels and playful moments with her beloved Shiba Inu, Kimi, Asha brings lively imaginative characters and worlds to life in her art.
Thanks for following along with us on K. Joyner’s I Don’t Think So! awareness tour!
217 Comments
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Sounds like a cute story.
Thank you so much!
I have felt shy when trying something new in the past. I think that has happened with most people.
I agree with you, Nancy. I still struggle with shyness today.
This would be a great book for my son’s classroom.
I’d like to win this for my little one.
looks cute
Thank you!
This book takes the reader on a fun adventure.
Thank you for sharing this.
Looking forward to reading this with the kids!
Thank you!
A good story with a valuable lesson.
Thank You!
Good book, thanks!
Thank you for the support!
I would like to win this giveaway so I can give this book to my Grand Nephew.
All the time – I try to focus on how good I’ll feel after.
I feel shy to sing in public even though I have a good voice
I can certainly relate to this. Not the good voice part! 🙂
It’ll be fun to meet Mia!
This looks really cute!
Thank you so much!
This sounds like the perfect mystery.
My granddaughter will enjoy it.
Thank you so much! I certainly hope she does!
My niece will love it, excited to read it to her.
I could have used this when I was younger!
Have a great weekend everyone!
I used to not even look at people because I was so shy
A cute story.
Sounds like an adorable book.
Thank you!
I’ll love to hear Mrs. Doodlebee’s strategies!
Cute cover
Thank you!
Hope everyone has a great weekend!
My grandson would love this book.
Happy Father’s Day everyone!
I wonder if Cody is the more outgoing of the two…
Cody is the definition of an extrovert!
I’m kind of shy to talk on the phone
Adorable characters in this book.
Thank you so much!
The cover is cute.
Thank you!
It’s a great concept!
Thank you!
I’m shy to ask for help sometimes
I would love for my Grand Nephew to have this book.
This sounds like is a cute, fun adventure book.
A fun one for storytime!
I’m shy around good looking guys
Sounds like a cute story.
This sounds like an entertaining book.
This looks like a book I will thoroughly enjoy. Thanks for sharing.
You are welcome!
I still get shy!
I’m shy to speak in front of a crowd of people
An amazing adventure book.
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Support resources are so helpful!
Thank you for publishing this wonderful book.
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Looks like a great book
Try and try again!
This book sounds like it’s very entertaining.
The art must be cute, too!
The neighbor kids will love it!
when vi was young i was shy to try theater but my aunt helped me practice!
Love the cover!!
Great illustration
Just jumping in to thank everyone for your kind words and for sharing your personal stories of shyness. Even when I do not respond, please know that I read each one… much appreciated!
Sounds like a fun read.
I was shy all throughout my school days
Your book sounds very intriguing.
I hope everyone has a great weekend!
My grandson would love getting this book.
It looks like a sweet kids book
It looks like a nice kids book
Adorable cover. Thanks for sharing.
Introverts are nice people, too!