Marc Colagiovanni

Long before Marc Colagiovanni became a New York Times bestselling children’s book author, he was writing, revising, learning, and continuing to believe in the stories he hoped to share. His journey unfolded over more than a decade and took an unconventional path.

The Reflection in Me first reached audiences as an animated film created with FableVision Studios and featuring the artwork of celebrated author and illustrator Peter H. Reynolds. The story later became a picture book published by Scholastic.

Inspired by his wife and three daughters, Marc creates heartfelt stories filled with warmth, humor, and messages that matter. Through books including The Reflection in Me and the New York Times bestseller When Things Aren’t Going Right, Go Left, he invites readers to recognize their worth, move through difficult moments, and discover the courage to choose a new direction.

Marc believes that books written for children can carry powerful messages for readers of every age. His stories help children feel seen while creating meaningful opportunities for families, educators, and communities to reflect, connect, and grow together.

Experience the story that began it all. Created with FableVision Studios and featuring the artwork of Peter H. Reynolds, this heartfelt animated film reminds viewers of every age to recognize, celebrate, and embrace the person they see in the mirror.

Enjoy a special video message from New York Times bestselling author and illustrator Peter H. Reynolds as he shares his thoughts on Marc Colagiovanni’s When Things Aren’t Going Right, Go Left and the meaningful message at the heart of the story.

With warmth, humor, and heart, this New York Times bestselling story reminds readers that difficult moments do not have to define the journey. Sometimes, finding the courage to let go of what weighs us down and choose a new direction can help us move forward.

Peter H. Reynolds is a world-renowned author and illustrator whose mission is to inspire children to express themselves creatively and bravely. His books, including The Dot, Ish, and Sky Color, remind us all that making your mark and sharing your voice is what matters most. Families everywhere love Peter’s gentle, encouraging illustrations and uplifting stories that spark creativity, imagination, and courage in readers of all ages.

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Create Curiously, founded by Allie Alejandra Joyner, partners with schools, families, authors, and communities to spark imagination, uplift student voices, and make learning joyful. Allie is a bilingual educator, curriculum developer, and educational innovation leader with more than 20 years of experience. She previously served as Director of Innovative Solutions at FableVision Learning, where she led creative learning programs, professional development, and educational partnerships across the country and internationally.

Through storytelling, literacy, creativity, and curiosity-driven experiences, Create Curiously inspires children to explore, discover, connect, and express who they are. At the heart of our mission is a simple belief: learning to love learning is essential. We are committed to nurturing that joy wherever we go.

Where curiosity fuels creativity, kindness sparks connection, and learning becomes a joyful adventure. 💫

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