Stories about the little things that matter.
HEY, I'M NICOLE!I'm a children's author, a mom in midlife, and the storyteller behind The Chronicles of Cooper and Chloe - two cats with minds of their own, personalities to match, and plenty of stories to tell.
Oh, hellooo there! Look at you…finding your way here!🫶🏻
Meet Cooper & Chloe
Two real cats. Two very different personalities. And a growing collection of stories inspired by the little things that matter.
Don't All Cats Eat Chicken?
Not every cat likes chicken. And that's purr-fectly okay.
When Mom discovers that Cooper & Chloe have unique food preferences, she has a hard time understanding why. A heartwarming story about embracing what makes each of us who we are.
Chloe's Cloudy Day
Even the happiest cats can have a few clouds.
Chloe is having one of those days, and Cooper wants to make everything better. But sometimes, being there for someone matters more than finding a way to fix things.
Coming November 12, 2026
Beyond the books...There's more to my story…
When I'm not writing about two cats who have me very well trained, you'll probably find me with a good book in my hand, crushing a workout seesh, or rearranging a room until everything feels just right.
IYKYK!!!
I love a good hockey game (eh!), travelling to new places, and a perfectly made matcha latte!
Kind Words for Don’t All Cats Eat Chicken?
“Don’t All Cats Eat Chicken? is such a charming and empowering story!
Cooper and Chloe are adorable cats who bravely show that it’s okay to be different and follow your own tastes.
The illustrations are vibrant and full of personality, bringing every page to life. My son loved seeing the cats’ quirky personalities shine, and we laughed and learned together. A perfect book for teaching kids to embrace what makes them unique!”
Michelle.W
“My kids loved this cute story! The story is simple and engaging, and the pictures are bright and very eye catching. This book is a great way to introduce the topic of uniqueness and acceptance to young children.”
Siobhan.D
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A little bit of mom life (unscripted, of course), a little bit of books, and plenty of life in between.
The Nifty Nest is where I share personal reflections, behind-the-scenes moments from my writing life, and whatever else happens to be on my mind. Think of it as a little catch-up between friends, delivered straight to your inbox.
And because there's always room for a little something just for you, I'll send you The Mom Check-In when you join. It's a free little invitation to make some time for yourself, too.
So grab your favourite drink, get comfortable, and stay awhile. There's always room for one more in The Nifty Nest.
I promise that I won’t spam you. That’s not cool!A little fun for your favourite small humans.
The fun doesn't have to end when you close the book!
I've put together a collection of free, screen-free activities for your little readers, including colouring pages, word searches, and more.
Just download, print, and let the fun begin!
