Sweet Rescue

Author: Alexander Friedrichs

Author bio: Alex Friedrichs has been an elementary school teacher for over thirty years and loves making up stories for his three grandsons. Sweet Rescue was inspired by his experience competing with his former students on the gameshow Play-Doh Squished. He hopes to write many more children’s books from his home in Menifee, California.

Author bio: Kayne Carter

Description: One hungry caterpillar, one sticky pie, and one daring rescue mission. Can Becky and her buggy friends save Hungry Joe in time? Hungry Joe just wants a snack. But when he follows a delicious smell, he gets stuck in a gooey pie! With Sir Raven circling overhead, it’s up to Joe’s sister and their buggy friends to save the day. Filled with teamwork, giggles, and sibling love, The Sweet Rescue is a sweet and silly picture book for kids 3-8.

Illustrator bio: Kayne Carter enjoys drawing, reading, and gaming. He began pursuing art during high school and believes it’s essential for everyone to have a creative outlet. His art is inspired by cartoons and comics, and he hopes to continue creating and improving his craft!

Review quotes: “Alex and his team were a joy to be around, and they shined in the spotlight during their time on Play-Doh Squished. He took on the challenges with heart, imagination and a whole lot of Play-Doh spirit and he’s tapped into it all again with this book. It’s clever, creative and squished with all that charming joy that made him such a favorite of the show. It brings a huge smile on my face to see him continue his story in such an amazing way.” – Kris Kowaleski, Supervising Challenge Producer Play-Doh Squished