What the Hey Hey

Publishing November 18th | Hardcover and Paperback | 24 pages

With family nearby, there’s fun to be found and sweet memories to cherish all year round.

Ellie lives on a sunny street just across from her grandparents, May May and Paw Paw. One beautiful Saturday morning, just like every other day, Ellie runs over to her grandparents’ house, wondering what adventures they’ll get up to together. Whether it’s building a fort or working in the garden, this silly crew is always laughing and crying out, “What the hey hey!” Every hour of their day is packed with love and fun, and at bedtime, Ellie walks back home with a warm heart and new memories to hold close.

Perfect for family story time, this adorable book teaches readers that even the simplest activities can feel like a blast when you're with your loved ones. Through sweet rhymes and inviting illustrations, What the Hey Hey perfectly captures the special bond between grandchild and grandparents.

About the Author

Jennifer Muse lives with her husband, Sam, and their daughter, Ellie, in Hanover County, Virginia. She and Sam grew up in the same neighborhood that they currently live in—conveniently right across the street from Sam’s parents and right down the road from Jennifer’s! A week before Ellie’s due date, Jennifer experienced a hemorrhagic stroke, encouraging her and her husband to move closer to their parents and raise their daughter near a strong support system. Living so close to family and seeing the relationship between Ellie and her grandparents inspired Jennifer to write What the Hey Hey.

Jennifer attended James Madison University and earned her master of arts in teaching in 2018. She is a former fifth grade teacher who has transitioned into the construction industry. When she isn’t working or writing, Jennifer loves weekend coffee shop visits, spending time with family near the water or in her backyard around the firepit, and working on DIY projects.

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