the siblings brown
Orran Brown, Jr. and Carly Brown Buxton are a sibling duo who have been creating stories together since childhood. Orran, a father of three, draws inspiration from years of entertaining his own children with imaginative tales. Carly, a mother of two with a background in research and nonfiction writing, brings structure and rhythm to their collaborative verse. Together, they create playful, character-driven stories that celebrate creativity and individuality.
CHILDREN’S PICTURE BOOK – DEBUT PUBLICATION
ogre andy
Archway, 2025
Ogre Andy is a rhyming picture book about a kind-hearted ogre whose wildly imaginative food order causes delightful chaos at a local restaurant. The story encourages children to embrace what makes them unique while enjoying humor, rhythm, and vibrant illustrations.
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about the book
Carly Buxton, PhD 