Sparky Scribbles
Creative worlds sparked by real life with nieces and nephews, written to surprise sisters and their families, with messages that last.
The Sparky books
Family-made adventures from Michael Schwarz & Kj Nigg. One out in the world, two on the way.
Holden’s Just Wingin’ It
Holden is the new kid at school… and also a dragon. A laugh-out-loud fantasy chapter book for ages 6-10 about friendship, bravery, and finding your wings.
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Aliza’s Moonlight Adventure
A cozy picture book read-aloud for ages 0-5. Aliza’s Moonlight Adventure is full of soft courage, animal friends, and wonder.
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Duck Duck Goose
A toddler and preschool picture book for ages 0-5. Lincoln the duckling finds friends in the big city and learns what belonging feels like.
PreviewCharlotte’s Bread
A middle-grade story for preteens ages 9-13. Charlotte enters a magical bakery contest, then friendship, pressure, and everything else go off the rails.
PreviewStories with family at the heart
Michael Schwarz and Kj Nigg write as Sparky Scribbles. Each book grows from moments they lived and noticed with the kids they love, then becomes an adventure any family can share.
Written for nieces and nephews. Made to surprise sisters and their families. Filled with messages that last.
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