FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Mary Shelie Wilson Invites Young Readers into a Gentle Story About Friendship, Kindness, and Making Room for One Another
A heartfelt picture book with charming farm-inspired illustrations and interactive activities is preparing to welcome families, classrooms, and young readers into a story that feels both simple and deeply meaningful.
Silverado, CA – July 8, 2026 — Children’s author Mary Shelie Wilson announces the upcoming release of I’d Still Love Your Company, a warm and memorable children’s book created for families who want stories that do more than entertain. Through a sweet exchange between a pig and a friend, the book introduces young readers to a message that is easy to understand and hard to forget: friendship sometimes asks us to make room, listen, adjust, and meet one another with care.
At the heart of I’d Still Love Your Company is a tender question many children understand instinctively: Is there room for me? The story begins with a small home, a big wish for companionship, and two characters trying to find a way to be together despite the limits in front of them. With gentle rhyme and a reassuring tone, the book shows that meaningful connection often begins with kindness and grows through willingness on both sides.
Designed for early readers, parents, teachers, grandparents, librarians, and caregivers, the book pairs an accessible story with bright, farm-themed artwork featuring a pig, dog, flowers, butterflies, a cozy little house, and welcoming outdoor scenes. The companion materials also include activity elements such as word search, coloring-style pages, and puzzle-inspired content, giving children a reason to stay engaged with the world of the story even after the final page.
“Children remember stories that make them feel included,” said Mary Shelie Wilson. “This book was created to offer a gentle reminder that friendship is not only about wanting someone near, but also about caring enough to make space for them.”
Unlike children’s books that rely only on excitement or humor, I’d Still Love Your Company offers a quieter kind of value: emotional recognition. Young readers can see the joy of being invited, the worry of not fitting, and the hope that comes when both friends decide they can help solve the problem together. That message gives parents and educators a natural opening for conversations about empathy, sharing, cooperation, and compromise.
The interactive pages strengthen the book’s appeal as both a read-aloud experience and a hands-on activity resource. Children can search for familiar story words, enjoy illustrated scenes, and revisit the characters through playful engagement. This makes the book especially suitable for home reading, classroom story time, library programs, early literacy activities, and gift-giving occasions.
I’d Still Love Your Company will be available soon through Amazon and other leading bookstores. Families, educators, and children’s book reviewers are encouraged to watch for launch updates and preorder details.