Publication Date: November 23, 2021

Author/Illustrator: Ariel and Michael Tyson / Mary Manning

Imprint: Good & True Media

Page Count: 32

Ages: 6-10

Jack and the Fantastical Circus, the first picture book written by Ariel and Michael Tyson, the couple behind the Instagram page @arielctyson. A desire to promote virtue and sparked by their own experience of raising a family, led the pair to create this story to entertain children while teaching them valuable life lessons.

Over 600,000 people on Instagram and over 1 million on TikTok follow the Tyson family as they share the joys and realities of raising 6 (soon to be 7) kids. The pair is passionate about guiding children and helping them become the person they are meant to be. That is the inspiration behind Jack and the Fantastical Circus (November 16, 2021; ISBN 9781737079668), which emphasizes these lessons in a fun, whimsical light.

In this dreamscape picture book, Jack and the Fantastical Circus centers around a young boy named Jack who finds himself on a Circus Train. As he makes his way through the train cars, he is introduced to new circus performers. Each performer shares with Jack their own lesson in virtue. Thus, showing children that virtue takes practice and dedication to grow.

Jack and the Fantastical Circus will encourage children to explore their imaginations, learn critical lessons, and strive to grow in virtue. It will also hopefully inspire meaningful conversations between parents and children to discuss the importance of virtue.

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About the Author and Illustrator

Ariel and Michael Tyson have been married for 13 years. United by a shared passion for helping others, they have been serving their community since 2005. Along this journey, they have gained over 600,000 followers on their Instagram page @arielctyson, and 1 million followers on their TikTok @arielctyson and have a YouTube channel named The Tysons. Ariel has a B.S. degree from Liberty University with an M.A. degree from there as well. She is a social media content creator, college counseling professor, and homeschooler. Michael is a graduate of Liberty University, and has attended Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary and Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary. He has served as a pastor and entrepreneur for 15 years. The role that Ariel and Michael are the most proud of; however, is their role as parents to their 7 children, who they are passionate about raising to be confident world changers! Michael and Ariel enjoy writing, exploring the outdoors with their family, and spending time in the gym. They currently live in Tennessee with their growing family. Jack and the Fantastical Circus is their first children’s book.

Contact:

Author’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arielctyson/?hl=en
Author's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@arielctyson?lang=en

About Illustrator

Mary Manning is an illustrator with over 16 years of experience. She has a knack for bringing the imaginary world to life and a particular interest and talent in character development. Her talents have led her to work on many children’s books throughout her career as an illustrator, including Jack and the Fantastical Circus. Mary currently lives in Oklahoma with her beloved dog, Cowboy.