Join the Adventure with Catherine Lynn Garcia Books


Background & Inspiration
Catherine finds her writing inspiration in the curious spirit of her three toddler grandsons as they embark on thrilling outdoor adventures with the family! From fishing and hiking to biking, their explorations spark the imagination in her book series, "There's an Adventure Outdoors," which encourages children with the empowering message, "I'm brave! I can do it!" Growing up in a quaint steel mill town in Northwest Indiana, just a stone's throw from the stunning Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore, Catherine's childhood memories of Lake Michigan and exciting family vacations in Minnesota—renowned as the Land of 10,000 Lakes—ignited her passion for in her debut children's book, Ace Loves His Lake: A Dragonfly Tale. Now, she happily resides in sunny Florida with her husband and their adorable Cavapoo, Reggie!

Get ready for an exciting adventure! Little Brook Trout: A Fly-Fishing Tale is now here! Dive into the journey with Little Brook Trout as he discovers bravery while hunting for his lunch. Young readers will love picking up fly-fishing vocabulary sprinkled throughout the story, with a handy fishing log page waiting for them at the end of the book!


Little Brook Trout is also joined by beloved characters from the first book in the series, Ace Loves His Lake: A Dragonfly Tale.



Join Ace on his exciting adventure as he discovers the wonders of his lake in Ace Loves His Lake: A Dragonfly Tale. This beautifully illustrated book is the first story in my series, 'There's an Adventure Outdoors,' designed to inspire young readers to venture out into nature and discover the world around them. Perfect for children who love to explore and learn!



Join Ace the Dragonfly as he embarks on an exciting journey around the lake in this charming children's book. With its fun rhyming text and beautiful illustrations, Ace Loves His Lake: A Dragonfly Tale is the perfect addition to any child's bookshelf. This book is sure to become a favorite among toddlers, inspiring a love for nature and curiosity about the world around them. Get your copy today and let your child's imagination soar with Ace!
