Children's Storytime with Author Erin Larivee

A laugh-out-loud tale of friendship, feelings, and figuring out what truly matters.

Mack and Fred do everything together--always have. So when it comes time to build their dream homes, they pick the perfect hilltop and settle in side by side. Life is just right... until Mack notices Fred's new porch. Then a slide. Then a pool. Then--wait--is that a bowling alley?!

What starts as a shared dream quickly turns into a side-by-side showdown! Fueled by jealousy and outlandish upgrades, Mack and Fred race to outdo one another until they forget what made their friendship special in the first place.

Perfect for fans of The Bad Seed and Those Darn Squirrels, this humorous and heartwarming picture book for ages 4-8 explores themes of friendship, jealousy, comparison culture, emotional growth, and contentment--with a healthy dose of silliness and heart.

Erin Larivee is a clinical social worker, living in Wayland, MA, with her husband, two

daughters, and a rescue pup. She has worked as a child therapist and truly believes in the importance of books in helping children make sense of their feelings and life experiences. She strives to write stories that convey important messages to kids while also making them laugh. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, having fun with her family, and coaching soccer.