Kloe’s New Friendship, the second book in the Kloe book series by author K.M. Selvidge, has been awarded the esteemed Literary Titan Book Award, recognizing its heartfelt storytelling, emotional depth, and meaningful exploration of childhood friendships and family challenges.
In Kloe’s New Friendship, Selvidge brings readers back to Main St High for second semester, where secrets swirl and relationships are tested. As Kloe navigates school life, new friendships, and long-standing bonds, she is also confronted with the painful realization that her brother is not always who she hopes him to be. A new friendship gives Kloe the courage to face difficult truths and begin taking matters into her own hands. Told through animal characters with vivid illustrations, the story resonates with both young readers and adults alike.
The Literary Titan review praised the book for its emotional honesty and depth, noting that while the story appears gentle and charming on the surface, it carries powerful themes beneath. The reviewer highlighted Kloe’s relatability, the authenticity of the dialogue, and the realistic portrayal of messy emotions that children often experience but struggle to express. The review also commended the warm illustrations and the hopeful conclusion that feels genuine and earned.
Drawing from lived experience, Selvidge writes stories rooted in personal truth. In interviews, she has shared that the Kloe series reflects decades of carrying stories shaped by growing up alongside a brother with mental health struggles. Rather than softening difficult themes, Selvidge uses animal characters to sharpen emotional clarity, allowing children to see themselves reflected honestly while giving adults a quiet sense of recognition. Central themes in Kloe’s New Friendship include the value of friendships, the formation of a moral compass, and the emotional complexity of sibling dynamics, particularly when one child is not equipped to fix what adults must address.
The Literary Titan Book Award affirms Kloe’s New Friendship as a thoughtful and compassionate chapter book for children navigating friendships, school challenges, and family complexities. It also serves as a meaningful resource for parents, educators, and caregivers seeking stories that open the door to honest conversations.
Kloe’s New Friendship by K.M. Selvidge is available now on Amazon, Walmart, and Barnes & Noble. Readers, educators, and families are invited to discover this award-winning story and continue the journey with Kloe and her friends.
About the Author
K.M. Selvidge is an author and storyteller who has long been passionate about writing children’s books grounded in emotional truth. A former dancer, actress, nonprofit fundraiser, and lifelong animal lover, Selvidge draws from her own experiences growing up as the sibling of a mentally ill older brother. After more than 30 years of shaping these stories, she created the Kloe series as a collection of semi-autobiographical narratives that explore resilience, empathy, and personal strength. Told through animal characters and brought to life with charming, vivid illustrations, her books aim to remind children and adults alike that they are never alone and that life’s tone does not have to be defined by complex family dynamics.
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