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! Make yourself at home.
Two real cats. Two very different personalities. And a growing collection of stories inspired by the little things that matter.
Meet Cooper & Chloe
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 sunniest days 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 — Discover the Story →
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!), to travelling to different locales, and a perfectly made matcha latte!
“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!”
Kind Words for Don’t All Cats Eat Chicken?
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 motherhood, a little bit of books, and plenty of life in between.
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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!