Benny the city pigeon takes a wrong turn and ends up at the beach - where he meets Sam the local seagull. Together, they begin an unlikely friendship , sharing new adventures while making new friends along the way. From the sandy shore to the bustling boardwalk to the fishing docks , Benny and Sam explore it all in a playful, rhyming story filled with fun and discovery. With colorful illustrations and a joyful spirit, Benny at the Beach celebrates curiosity, friendship, and the magic of trying something new. Kids and grownups will love: 🌊 A fun beach adventure starring a city pigeon and a seagull - ❤️ A heartwarming story about friendship and discovery - 📚 Perfect for read-alouds , bedtime, or classroom storytime - 🎨 Bright, engaging illustrations that bring the beach to life Ideal for children ages 3-7, Benny at the Beach is a delightful seaside tale that shows how the best adventures happen when you share them with a friend. ✨ Join Benny and Sam at the shore - and continue their journey in Sam in the City . Caitlin Accurso is an artist, author, and jewelry designer from the Jersey Shore whose work is deeply inspired by the beauty of the beach and coastal life. Growing up by the ocean shaped both her personal and artistic journey. Inspired by her family, she wrote and illustrated her first children's book, Benny at the Beach, after a humorous seaside day with her two sons. When a pair of seagulls tried to steal their lunch, their comical expressions sparked the painting Fish Breath and, ultimately, the idea for a book series.Determined to bring her stories to life, Caitlin taught herself digital illustration and explored self-publishing, leading to the release of Benny at the Beach in March 2023 and its sequel, Sam in the City, in November 2023. Her newest book, Ollie the Elf and the Surfing Surprise (October 2025), blends holiday magic with beachside fun, adding a Christmas twist to her coastal storytelling.Through her books, Caitlin celebrates imagination, diversity, and the joy of discovering adventure both at the shore and beyond.