Aria's Hope By Deborah Jones At the edge of the Chattahoochee National Forest, a young writing spider named Aria dreams of spinning words that matter—just like the legendary Charlotte. From her web among the tomato vines, she watches the world of a little garden alive with laughter, kindness, and curiosity… and wonders if her own silk could ever make a difference. When Aria’s first attempts at writing go awry, she nearly gives up—until a friendly frog named Pip, two curious children, and a chorus of forest creatures remind her that courage can come from even the smallest legs. Together, they discover that sometimes, a single word can change everything. Told in gentle prose and paired with beautifully illustrated, colored-pencil artwork, Aria’s Hope is a heartfelt story about believing in yourself, spreading kindness, and finding your own voice . Perfect for readers who love Charlotte’s Web and stories filled with nature, friendship, and hope. Ages: 5–10 Themes: Friendship • Courage • Nature • Writing • Self-Discovery