The Adventures of Lyra, Eli, and AI Friend

Name: The Adventures of Lyra, Eli, and AI Friend
Author: Sidney Fenn
ISBN: 979-8-9939367-1-0

A Lesson in Kindness, Empathy, and Technology for Kids!

Follow siblings Lyra and Eli as they navigate daily life in San Francisco with their companion AI Friend, a robot created by their inventor dad. Together, they face school bullies with empathy, explore the wonders of the world, and discover that being different is a gift.

This heartwarming story celebrates neurodiversity, sibling bonds, and the positive potential of technology.

Written by Sidney Fenn. Illustrated by Lena Serikova.

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Kindness First

Our stories teach children that empathy and understanding are superpowers that can change the world.

Celebrating Differences

We believe every child deserves to see themselves in a book, especially those who think and feel differently.

Stunning Art

Each book features world-class illustrations that bring characters and stories to vivid, magical life.

A Peek Inside

Every page is a work of art

Golden Gate Bridge illustration from the book

Lyra, Eli, and AI Friend sitting together

What This Book Teaches

Compassion & Empathy

When the kids encounter a school bully, they learn that understanding and compassion are more powerful than confrontation.

Neurodiversity

Eli thinks differently, and the story shows that being different is wonderful. Dedicated to everyone who experiences the world in their own way.

Technology for Good

AI Friend shows how technology can be a helpful, caring companion, assisting with homework, keeping kids safe, and learning about emotions.

Sibling Bonds

Lyra and Eli bicker, laugh, and learn together, showing that family love grows through shared moments and forgiveness.

What Readers Are Saying

A wonderful book that my kids ask me to read every night. The illustrations are absolutely stunning and the message about kindness really resonates.

— Parent Reader

As a parent of a neurodivergent child, this book means the world to us. It celebrates differences in such a beautiful, accessible way.

— Parent Reader

The AI Friend character is such a creative way to introduce technology concepts to young children while teaching empathy and emotional intelligence.

— Educator

Meet the Author

Sidney Fenn is a San Francisco-based author passionate about creating stories that help children understand the world around them, and celebrate what makes each of us unique.

With a deep love for technology and a commitment to neurodiversity awareness, Sidney crafts stories that resonate with families everywhere. The Adventures of Lyra, Eli, and AI Friend is Sidney's debut children's book.

Meet the Illustrator

Lena Serikova is a Ukraine-based illustrator who brings the world of Lyra, Eli, and AI Friend to vivid life with her stunning artwork. Her warm, detailed art style perfectly captures the magic of San Francisco, the emotions of the characters, and the wonder of childhood imagination.