Discover the world of Joey Buttons
Joey Buttons is not your average yorkie.
With a tail that spins like a helicopter propeller, he finds himself flying into some wild predicaments!
In Joey Buttons and the Big Tree, this lovable pup wags his tail a little too hard while playing fetch with his human, Leo. Up he zooms until he’s stuck on the tippy-top of a big tree.
With Joey stranded above, Leo refuses to give up. Using creativity, determination, and a little help from his community, he sets out to bring his best friend back down to safety.
Perfect for bedtime and part of the Joey Buttons book series, this heartwarming story celebrates problem-solving, resilience, and the power of asking for help.
GRADE LEVEL
Preschool and up
INTENDED AUDIENCE
Ages 3-5
THEMES
Persistence
Overcoming frustrations
Asking for help
Community
COMING SOON!
COMING SOON!
The tale
behind the tail.
One evening, Jess was bathing her then 2-year-old son, Leo, when he asked her to read him a book. She glanced down at her toy Yorkshire Terrier, Joey Buttons, who was wagging his tail in his signature circular motion.
Leo was already in the tub and there were no books around, so she drew inspiration from her four-legged friend and decided to make something up on the spot. As she began the tale inspired by Joey’s tail, Leo’s face lit up and he giggled with approval.
Jess quickly wrote down the story in the notes app on her iPhone, and after two years of revisiting the story and day-dreaming of turning it into an published book, she decided to turn her dream into a reality.
Meet the Creator
Once described as a “walking Pinterest board full of ideas and color schemes,” Jessica F. Santini is a creative and storyteller at heart.
She is the creator, author, and illustrator of the Joey Buttons children’s book series, inspired by her real-life toy Yorkshire Terrier who’s loved by over 33,000 friends on Instagram.
Jessica writes children’s books with intent, ensuring that story time is enjoyed by both children and their caretakers. Inspired by the timeless books of her childhood, her work features classic watercolor illustrations and whimsical storytelling for a calming alternative to today’s often overstimulating children’s entertainment.
In addition to her work as an author and illustrator, Jessica is the Founder of JFS Communications, a B2B public relations consultancy that partners with executives, agencies, and brands to turn stories into strategic advantage.
With over 15+ years of experience in marketing, graphic design, and public relations, her experience is grounded in a deep understanding of how to tell stories that connect.
Jessica holds degrees in both Business Administration and Marketing & Communications from Johnson & Wales University and studied Graphic Design and Fine Arts at the University of Tampa.
A native of London, England, Jessica immigrated to Pennsylvania as a young child, where she currently resides with her husband, two children, and, of course, the infamous Joey Buttons.