A Cuddly Bedtime Favorite That Teaches the Gift of Sleep
Los Angeles, California Nov 12, 2025 (Issuewire.com) - Diana Yacobis charming picture book Everyone is Asleep But Mecontinues to earn acclaim for its calming tone, emotional warmth, and child-centered approach to bedtime struggles. Inspired by a true story from the authors own family, this gentle tale follows Sleepy Bear as he wrestles with restlessness while the rest of his room from his toys to the sun itself sleeps soundly.
Originally born from a phone conversation with her daughter about her grandsons early wakeups, Everyone is Asleep But Me transforms a relatable challenge into a cozy and comforting story that children and parents can enjoy together.
In a glowing review, Hollywood Book Reviews notes, This is a lovely story which makes the story more heartfelt and is written to be read out loud, which makes it ideal for bedtime. Reviewer Liz Konkel highlights the soft hues and facial expressions on Sleepy Bears toys, calling the visuals a great choice to create the aura of nighttime. The review praises Yacobis conversational tone and accessible writing, which gives children room to laugh, listen, and respond.
With whimsical illustrations by Philip L. Wohlrab and a helpful sticker chart for sleep tracking, the book also doubles as a practical tool for parents navigating transitions from crib to bed. More than a story, Everyone is Asleep But Me is a nighttime ritual in the making one that helps children feel safe, seen, and soothed.
Perfect for ages 07, this modern bedtime classic is now available from Olympus Story House and other major retailers.
Acclaimed horror novelist and U.S. Army veteran Vanessa M. Chattman returns with a chilling new supernatural tale that promises to haunt readers long after the final page. Her latest novel, BENEATH THE OAK, delivers a gripping blend of psychological terror, hidden family secrets, and ghostly suspensecementing Vanessa M. Chattmans reputation as one of the most compelling voices in modern horror.
Set in the quiet isolation of rural America, BENEATH THE OAK follows Alyssa Ward, a grieving woman forced to confront the shadows of her past when she returns to her childhood home after her mothers sudden death. What she expects to be a simple homecoming becomes a descent into a generational nightmare. The massive oak tree looming behind the houseonce a symbol of comfortnow pulses with an eerie, oppressive presence. At night, whispers seep from its roots, and ghostly silhouettes gather beneath its branches, watching, waiting.
As Alyssa sorts through her mothers belongings, she discovers a series of journals revealing a dark family curse tied to the ancient tree. For generations, the Ward family has been tormented by a spirit bound to the oakone that selects a single family member to keep beneath its roots. When Alyssa begins experiencing visions of a young girl calling her name, begging for release, she realizes the curse is awakening once more.
The deeper Alyssa digs into her familys past, the more the veil between the living and the dead unravels. The spirit beneath the oak soon reveals its true identitysomeone Alyssa once knew, someone she unknowingly abandoned. To break the curse, Alyssa must confront buried memories, longforgotten guilt, and a supernatural force determined to claim her as its next offering. The battle becomes not only for her life, but for her soul.
Vanessa M. Chattmans signature styleatmospheric, emotionally charged, and rooted in psychological horrorshines throughout BENEATH THE OAK. Known for her ability to blend haunting imagery with human vulnerability, Chattman crafts a narrative that is both terrifying and profoundly intimate. Her exploration of grief, memory, and generational trauma elevates the novel beyond traditional horror, offering readers a story that is as thoughtprovoking as it is chilling.
With a growing body of acclaimed work spanning supernatural fiction, psychological thrillers, and cinematic screenplays, Vanessa M. Chattman continues to push the boundaries of the genre. BENEATH THE OAK stands as one of her most powerful works to datea haunting reminder that the past never truly stays buried, and some spirits refuse to be forgotten.
BENEATH THE OAK is now available through major retailers and online platforms. Readers seeking a gripping, atmospheric, and emotionally resonant supernatural horror experience will find themselves captivatedand hauntedby Vanessa M. Chattmans latest masterpiece.
