Sally Kashner
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Sally Kashner

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Sally Kashner’s love for children’s literature is rooted in her teaching days, where she brought stories to life for her high school students. Now, she inspires young readers with books that blend whimsy and learning, inviting them to explore new worlds and grow through discovery. Beyond writing, Sally is dedicated to literacy advocacy—helping English Language Learners find their voice and assisting teens in college preparation. Her stories go beyond entertainment, fostering a love of reading while supporting social-emotional learning and real-world growth. She believes in the power of stories to empower, teach, and inspire. 5 Stars - Readers' Favorite (2024) "Cora's Christmas Challenge exudes warm Christmas feelings, encouraging conversations about friendship and helping others. The colorful illustrations captivated my children, and they enjoyed spotting an adventurous squirrel on each page." - Courtnee Turner Hoyle 5-Stars - Literary Titan (2024) "For some children, making friends and collaborating with others can be challenging... Sally Kashner beautifully illustrates this in Cora's Christmas Challenge. The story centers around Cora, a little girl who loves adventures more than anything else... Cora's Christmas Challenge stands out for its original and fun way of teaching children about teamwork and generosity... The illustrations are wonderful, perfectly blending cold moments with cozy ones." #1 New Release in Children's Christmas Books “Cora’s Christmas Challenge” #1 in Children's Christian Inspirational Books “Cora’s Christmas Challenge” #1 in Children's Social Activism & Volunteering “Cora’s Christmas Challenge” Literary Titan Gold Book Award 2024: Children's Books “Cora’s Christmas Challenge” American Fiction Awards 2024: Juvenile Fiction (Ages 6-9) “Cora’s Christmas Challenge” Speak Up Talk Radio Firebird Book Award Winner 2024: 1st Place Children Holiday “Cora’s Christmas Challenge” Outstanding Creator Award for Best Children's Book Summer 2024 1st Place “Cora’s Christmas Challenge” 5-Stars - Literary Titan (2025) "I absolutely loved the characters in this story ["Cora's Garden Rescue"]. Cora is so determined, and her excitement for nature really shines through... The way the kids came together, each bringing their unique touch, was so sweet and inspiring...The writing is simple but packed with meaning... The illustrations by Remesh Ram are bright, colorful, and full of life, just like the story. One page, where the garden is finally thriving and the sun is setting, is absolutely beautiful." - Thomas Anderson, Editor in Chief Literary Titan 5 Stars - Readers' Favorite (2025) "Cora's Garden Rescue by Sally Kashner is a heart-warming story with important lessons on environmental stewardship and teamwork. Kashner's writing is accessible and gentle and was able to immediately lure my youngest reader into Cora's desire to gather up friends and revitalize the garden... [and] made this story a firm favorite in our nightly rotation. Very highly recommended." - Jamie Michele 5 Stars - Readers' Favorite (2025) "Cora's Garden Rescue by Sally Kashner is a fun, enthralling, easy-to-understand, and energetic eco-adventure that children will love. This adorable book covers themes like friendship, cooperation, environmental preservation, and persistence. It is more than just a children's book encouraging kids to care for nature—it is a creative call to action that will inspire the next generation of nature lovers." - Jefto Pierre 5 Stars - Readers' Favorite (2025) "A beautiful story about kindness and caring and working together... full of encouraging suggestions to promote determination, community work, teamwork, and good friendships, along with nurturing the earth. Young readers will also enjoy following Cora's playful and fun-loving cat, sneaking onto each page to add an extra layer of charm...Beautiful illustrations by Remesh Ram!" - Emily-Jane Hills Orford Kids Picture Book Reviews (2025) "Cora's Garden Rescue... inspires young readers to make a difference... Themes of teamwork, care for nature, and perseverance shine throughout. The illustrations by Remesh Ram beautifully capture the garden's magical transformation... adding to the book's charm. Interactive questions at the end spark thoughtful discussions, making it perfect for classrooms or bedtime. Engaging and empowering... Cora's Garden Rescue is highly recommended for ages 4-8!" #1 in Children's Gardening Books “Cora’s Garden Rescue” #1 in Children's Environment Books “Cora’s Garden Rescue” #1 in Children's Social Activism and Volunteering “Cora’s Garden Rescue” Literary Titan Gold Book Award 2025: Children's Books “Cora’s Garden Rescue”
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