6 New Children’s Books by Local Authors & Illustrators

The scoop: We Chicagoans are not strangers to a good, hefty, sometimes-scary storm. And that’s exactly why Tim Sheridan wrote this book. His daughter was terrified of storms, until he taught her to believe that thunder and lightning are our friends, not foes. To that end, the book tells his story in a heartwarming, sensational way. And, there’s downloadable music throughout by The Low Anthem. Give Sheridan a round of applause: This is his first children’s book.

Buy it locally: at The Book Stall at Chestnut Court, 811 Elm St., Winnetka (847-446-8880 or thebookstall.com).