SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH (GOOD THINGS UTAH) — Jess Smart Smiley is a bestselling author and illustrator of over 20 books for young readers. He joined us on the show to share how to make reading fun with family-friendly graphic novels that invite readers to decide what happens next. This is a great way to engage readers in decision-making, allowing them to shape the narrative and explore multiple storylines with each choice.

Featuring Megan, a dynamic sixth-grader, as the protagonist in various school-centered adventures, each book in the series offers over 25 different endings, fostering a unique reading experience where no two readers will encounter the same story. Through interactive storytelling, Smiley celebrates the power of words and pictures, creating a bridge between literacy and entertainment.

Readers can delve into the world of interactive graphic novels via Jess Smart Smiley’s website and social media platforms: