Children's book Author

John Sullivan

Biography

John Sullivan makes his authorial debut with Kitten and the Night Watchman. John works for the City of Chicago guarding buildings and equipment. It was during one of his rounds that he found his cat, Beebe. They were companions for seventeen years. This book is inspired by that experience.

Can I Keep It, Please?
Ethan and the Strays
Stanley's Secret
Kitten and the Night Watchman
Can I Keep It, Please?
Ethan and the Strays
Stanley's Secret
Kitten and the Night Watchman
Can I Keep It, Please?
Ethan and the Strays
Stanley's Secret
Kitten and the Night Watchman
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Can I Keep It, Please?
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · August 26, 2025

Can I Keep It, Please?

By John Sullivan · With Jessica Gibson

Is Evie's pet truly special, or is there a better one out there?

40 pages
3.4/5 Goodreads · 74 ratings
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Can I Keep It, Please?

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Can I Keep It, Please?
Sale price
$1899

Can I Keep It, Please?

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2025

Is Evie's pet truly special, or is there a better one out there?

Ethan and the Strays
Sale price
$1797

Ethan and the Strays

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2023

A boy defies his dad's no-pet rule to rescue stray kittens.

Stanley's Secret
Sale price
$1797

Stanley's Secret

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2023

A shy boy must find the courage to dance in the school talent show.

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Hatem Aly

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