Simon the Scared Rottweiler Awareness Tour is presented in partnership* with Nicole S. Kluemper and The Children’s Book Review.
Get ready to meet a big-hearted Rottweiler with some very relatable worries in Nicole S. Kluemper’s Simon the Scared Rottweiler.
Inspired by the author’s real-life dog, Simon the Scared Rottweiler is a reassuring picture book that helps young readers understand and navigate feelings of anxiety. When Simon faces a day filled with worries, including bad dreams, loud alarms, and bullying at school, he learns valuable coping skills that help him manage his fears and build confidence.
With empathy and practical strategies woven into the story, Nicole S. Kluemper offers children an encouraging reminder that it’s okay to feel anxious and that they have the tools to cope.
Readers who join us on this virtual book tour can enter for a chance to win a $50 Amazon gift card, a cozy reading blanket, and a copy of Simon the Scared Rottweiler by Nicole S. Kluemper. Five additional winners will also receive a copy of the book. Whether you’re looking for a thoughtful resource to help children navigate anxiety or simply love heartwarming stories with meaningful lessons, this giveaway is one you won’t want to miss. Enter below for your chance to win!
Simon the Scared Rottweiler
Virtual Tour Dates
| Friday, June 12, 2026 The Children’s Book Review Tour Kick-Off for Simon the Scared Rottweiler |
| Monday, June 15, 2026 The Starlit Path Book Review of Simon the Scared Rottweiler |
| Tuesday, June 16, 2026 Country Mamas With Kids Guest Post about Simon the Scared Rottweiler |
| Wednesday, June 17, 2026 Crafty Moms Share Book Review of Simon the Scared Rottweiler |
| Thursday, June 18, 2026 Deliciously Savvy Guest Post about Simon the Scared Rottweiler |
| Friday, June 19, 2026 Q&As with Deborah Kalb Author Interview with Nicole S. Kluemper |
| Monday, June 22, 2026 Lisa’s Reading Book Review of Simon the Scared Rottweiler |
| Tuesday, June 23, 2026 @meghenslittlelibrary Instagram Post about Simon the Scared Rottweiler |
| Wednesday, June 24, 2026 Me Two Books Author Interview with Nicole S. Kluemper |
| Thursday, June 25, 2026 @nissa_the.bookworm Instagram Post about Simon the Scared Rottweiler |
| Friday, June 26, 2026 The Fairview Review Book Review of Simon the Scared Rottweiler |
| Monday, June 29, 2026 Life is What it’s Called Author Interview with Nicole S. Kluemper |
| Thursday, July 2, 2026 icefairy’s Treasure Chest Book Review of Simon the Scared Rottweiler |
| Friday, July 3, 2026 A Blue Box Full of Books Instagram Post about Simon the Scared Rottweiler |
Simon the Scared Rottweiler Book Giveaway
About the Book
Simon the Scared Rottweiler
Written by Nicole S. Kluemper
Ages: 4-7 | 34 Pages
Publisher: Nicole S Kluemper (2026) | ISBN: 979-8218884802
Publisher’s Book Summary: Simon is having a hard day. He wakes up to a bad dream, the fire alarm goes off at school, some big bullies bother him, and that’s not all! Just then, Kevin’s big sister Angie steps in and helps Simon by teaching him some skills for dealing with his worry that will last a lifetime.
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About the Author
Nicole Kluemper, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist at a small community clinic in San Diego, California. She earned her undergraduate degree in psychology from the University of San Diego and her doctorate degree in clinical psychology from Alliant International University. Dr. Kluemper is a Navy veteran, a published author, and lives just outside San Diego with her husband of seventeen years and their dog, Simon.
To learn more, visit www.nicolekluemper.com.
Thanks for following along with us on Nicole S. Kluemper’s Simon the Scared Rottweiler awareness tour!
29 Comments
Hi everyone!
Thanks for joining in on Simon’s journey! I’m so excited to share this book with you! This is my first children’s book, and it has been quite the adventure. Helping kids is where my heart is, and my sincerest hope is that this book reaches those who need it most. I look forward to hearing from you!
Love it!
cute cover
Sounds like a good book!
Exercise helps, actually, along with talking to my best friend (aka my wife). This book looks really cute! 🙂
I am excited to win this for my daughter.
Taking a long walk helps.
The gift card is nice.
How adorable! A scared Rotty! Love the idea!
Sounds fab. Cute blanket.
I curl up with our favorite blanket with the kids and read stories! I end up relaxed more!
love to win this to share with my grandson. thanks
The blanket is adorable. I like to sing when I feel down, worried, or anxious.
I find “trashy” TV shows to be a great distraction.
This looks so adorable
Really like this book, thanks!
Things that make me feel better: prayer, gratitude, my grandsons.
This book looks so cute and fun!
a shower helps me calm down a lot, just be in a place where its just me
Many of us can sympathize with Simon’s experiences.
This book sounds so adorable ! I know it will be popular in my family .
Our pets calm my nerves after a stressful day.
Sounds like a funny book.
Thanks for your comments! My dog, Simon (a Rottweiler) inspired the name of the book. You can see pictures of him on my website!
Loving on my dog always makes me feel better!
Very cute
I have an emotional support Maine Coon cat named Xanadu who helps me feel calmer also reading on a daily basis while listening to a variety of music.
My dogs help me feel calmer when I am having a bad day.
Going for a walk brings me great pleasure.