In this modern-day fable the distinct personalities of the four main characters come to life. Period, Comma, Exclamation Point, and
Question Mark—Punctuation to the Rescue is sure to capture children’s imaginations as they embark on a fun-filled adventure, while learning
basic punctuation through this very colorful and exciting story.
Exclamation Point is exasperated by how hard it is to do their job when they are so misused. The only way to get their “point” across is to leave! They decide that a sailing trip would be just the solution. Fresh sea air, new horizons to explore. Off to the Island of fun they go…until their sea voyage takes an unexpected turn.
Cheryl Olsten is an author, former magazine publisher, and devoted philanthropist whose work bridges the worlds of literature and equestrianism. She has used her platforms to champion
causes close to her heart—most notably BookSmiles, a literacy initiative that donates thousands of gently used books to children in underserved communities, and the EQUUS Foundation, which is dedicated to the welfare of horses.
Publishing Career & Literary Work
Cheryl began her career as the publisher of two New Jersey–based magazines, New Jersey Life and New Jersey Life Health & Beauty. While her early work centered on editorial storytelling and lifestyle journalism, her creative path evolved over the past eight years towards a love for books for young readers.
She is the author of several beloved children’s picture books, including Big Wishes for Little Feat, the award-winning Mimi & the Gold Baton, and Punctuation to the Rescue. Her upcoming
book, My Lucky Star, is the follow-up to Big Wishes for Little Feat.
Through her stories, Cheryl explores themes of friendship, perseverance, and always happy endings. Encouraging young readers to believe in the extraordinary. As she often says, “There is always something over the rainbow when you reach for it.”
