ENTER
THE WORLD

Come inside. Explore. Get curious. Discover the inspiring journey of Nico and the power of imagination.

Careful. You might want to stay. ✨

Nico was here!

EVERY ADVENTURE
STARTS SOMEWHERE.

Meet Nico. A happy puppy with a big world ahead of him.

One day, everything changes. Nico gets lost in the city after following the scent of hot dogs downtown. Now he has to figure things out, make choices, stay curious and find his way.

FOLLOW NICO

Curious. Brave. Playful.

WHAT MAKES THIS STORYBOOK SPECIAL

Created to inspire curiosity, observation, and creative problem solving in young readers.

🎨

40 Full-Color Pages

Richly detailed, vibrant illustrations depicting Nico's big city adventure step-by-step.

🗺️

Interactive City Map

Explore hidden paw prints, park fountains, taxicab routes, and neighborhood cafes.

💡

Life Lessons in Bravery

Teaches children how to stay calm, observe their surroundings, and solve problems.

✍️

Written at Age 8

Inspires young readers and aspiring writers to start telling their own stories today.

CHOOSE YOUR ADVENTURE

Pick a path below to begin your journey through Nico's world.

MEET THE STORYTELLER

Discover Christiana's world, global travels, and how Nico's story began.

START NOW →

EXPLORE THE BOOK

Turn real storybook pages and follow Nico's big city adventures.

READ STORY →

THE STORY TRAIL

Read journal entries, life lessons, and inspiring tales from the road.

READ NOW →

GALLERY & VIDEOS

Watch story readings, explore behind-the-scenes artwork and photos.

EXPLORE →

UPCOMING EVENTS

Join book signings, school visits, and interactive storytelling workshops.

VIEW EVENTS →

SEND A NOTE

Connect with author Christiana Jones Marzett and send your questions.

SAY HELLO →

PRAISE FOR THAT ONE PUPPY

What parents, educators, and young readers are saying about Nico's journey.

★★★★★

"A beautifully crafted storybook that teaches kids to stay curious, brave, and observant when facing unfamiliar situations."

Sarah Jenkins

Elementary School Educator

★★★★★

"My 7-year-old requested Nico's story three nights in a row! The illustrations and story depth are extraordinary."

Marcus Thorne

Parent & Book Club Host

★★★★★

"Christiana Jones Marzett captures the genuine wonder of childhood curiosity in a way that feels timeless and inspiring."

Children's Book Review Journal

Editorial Spotlight

Christiana Jones Marzett

EVERYONE
HAS A STORY.

"I've always loved stories. Stories from strangers. Friends. Travelers. People I've met along the way. Some make you laugh. Some break your heart. Some inspire you. Everyone has a story worth hearing." ~ Christiana Jones Marzett

From writing That One Puppy at age 8 to traveling the world and spending time with Mayan conservationists, local Belizean Tomb Raiders and Rastafarians in Blue Mountain, Jamaica, Christiana believes everyone has something important to share with the world.

MEET CHRISTIANA →

THAT ONE PUPPY

ENTER
THE WORLD

EVERY ADVENTURE
STARTS SOMEWHERE.

WHAT MAKES THIS STORYBOOK SPECIAL

40 Full-Color Pages

Interactive City Map

Life Lessons in Bravery

Written at Age 8

CHOOSE YOUR ADVENTURE

MEET THE STORYTELLER

EXPLORE THE BOOK

THE STORY TRAIL

GALLERY & VIDEOS

UPCOMING EVENTS

SEND A NOTE

PRAISE FOR THAT ONE PUPPY

EVERYONE
HAS A STORY.

YOUR ADVENTURE
STARTS HERE.

Explore

See you out there

ENTER THE WORLD

EVERY ADVENTURE STARTS SOMEWHERE.

WHAT MAKES THIS STORYBOOK SPECIAL

40 Full-Color Pages

Interactive City Map

Life Lessons in Bravery

Written at Age 8

CHOOSE YOUR ADVENTURE

MEET THE STORYTELLER

EXPLORE THE BOOK

THE STORY TRAIL

GALLERY & VIDEOS

UPCOMING EVENTS

SEND A NOTE

PRAISE FOR THAT ONE PUPPY

EVERYONEHAS A STORY.

YOUR ADVENTURESTARTS HERE.

See you out there

ENTER
THE WORLD

EVERY ADVENTURE
STARTS SOMEWHERE.

EVERYONE
HAS A STORY.

YOUR ADVENTURE
STARTS HERE.