What started as one girl’s nervous walk to a starting line has grown into a series that’s resonating with families across the country. Page Publishing author Alexander L. Walden Sr.’s “Mia’s Adventures” series, spanning a hometown race, a first gymnastics competition, and an unforgettable family trip to Italy, has struck a chord with parents, teachers, and young readers alike for its honest, encouraging take on what it means to grow up.

A former executive leader with more than 30 years of experience, Walden Sr. brings that same sense of purpose to his writing, channeling decades of lessons in integrity and perseverance into stories built for a much younger audience.

“Every book in the series follows Mia through a different kind of ‘first’ a first race, a first competition, a first time somewhere completely new,” says Walden Sr. “What ties them all together is that feeling kids know so well: that mix of excitement and nerves before trying something hard. I wanted young readers to see that it’s okay to feel unsure, and that showing up anyway is what really counts.”