Don’t Peek!
A few weeks before Christmas, a nice man finds a tiny golden puppy peeking out from under a mailbox. He takes her home, and his children, Greta and Peter, are thrilled! The puppy is always peeking, so they give her the perfect name: Peek! But when they find a present with a tag that reads "Don't peek," it confuses everyone, especially Peek! What will happen when the kids try to give Peek a new name? With relatable characters, easy-to-understand themes, and cute illustrations, this book is perfect for children of all ages, especially during Christmas time!
Author : Carly Mottinger
Publisher : Starry Mill Entertainment
My inspiration & creative process
Illustrating this heartwarming Christmas tale was a truly special experience for me.
This book was my first project, and I feel incredibly attached to it. It's fascinating to look back and see how my style has evolved since then, but the charm and spirit of this story remain close to my heart.
We wanted "Don't Peek!" to be filled with all the coziness and warmth of the holiday season, creating a safe and loving environment for the newly rescued puppy, Peek. Drawing Greta, Peter, in this Christmas setting allowed me to capture the joy and excitement of finding a new family member during the most wonderful time of the year.
I'm thrilled that "Don't Peek!" won the first place Gold Award for Favorite Holiday Picture Book at the BookFest Awards.