Billy’s parents tell him over and over that his finger might get stuck in his nose if he doesn’t stop picking it. Find out the grim consequences in this hilarious tale of misbehaving.

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Reviews

“This story is a cute take on an all too common problem in elementary school – nose picking! I loved the use of rhyme and humor throughout the text. This book would be great as a read aloud for a whole class or as a gentle way to broach a touchy subject with individual students.”

– Gena Catino, School Counselor

“I am still laughing! From the very first words in the opening verse to the verse on the last page, this book by Damian Johnson is hysterically funny. It touches anyone who has worked with or raised small children, especially little boys! Damian truly understands the nature of his subject and with each verse draws the reader into the antic of Billy Pickens. Kelly and Sam Pollock were the greatest choice for the illustrations, making Damian’s words jump off the page. The Story of Billy Pickens is for ALL readers of all ages.”

– Candace Bartsch, Retired ⅔ Classroom Teacher

“Do you have a kiddo who just won’t stop picking their nose? Then let them read The Story of Billy Pickens! With whimsically dark illustrations and a horrifying twist, this gorey-esque trip feels like the old Grimm fairy tales where no one gets out unscathed. Not for the faint of heart, this story would be best for kids who like a little horror in their humor, and it’d be a good ‘pick’ for the spooky season!”

– Maggie Slater, Horror Fiction Author and mother of 2 boys

About the Author

Damian Johnson is a father, a realtor, and a general contractor who has a hankering for rhyming words and booger-free fingers. Born, raised, and currently living in Northeast Ohio, Damian is a Navy veteran and small business owner looking to continue entertaining more readers with his quirky and raw imagination.

About the Illustrators

Sam and Kelly Pollock, a husband and wife illustration team from Gatineau, Quebec, collaborate to create children’s books in ink and watercolor. Their two little kids and their lifelong passion for art inspire their whimsical and warm illustrations. Together, they bring stories to life, believing that “childhood is a time of magic and wonder, where every page turned is an adventure waiting to happen.”