Big dreams. Brave hearts. Atypical animals.
Atypical Animals is a children’s picture book series that helps kids discover overlooked creatures through fun, heartwarming stories about courage, kindness, perseverance, and believing in yourself.
New to the series? Meet Gary first, then get ready for Layla’s adventure.
Collect the Series
Each Atypical Animals book introduces children to a unique animal and a meaningful life lesson.
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Gary the Gharial
Gary dreams of soaring through the skies, even when others tell him he can’t. A fun animal story about courage, big dreams, and never giving up.
Buy Gary on AmazonCover Coming Soon
Layla — Coming Soon
The newest member of the Atypical Animals family is almost here. Join the club for launch updates, sneak peeks, and free activities.
Get Launch UpdatesJoin the Atypical Animals Club
Get free printable activities for kids and be the first to hear about new books, cover reveals, and school visit opportunities.
- Printable coloring pages
- Animal fact sheets
- Drawing prompts and activities
- New book announcements
Meet the Animals
Unusual animals. Big personalities. Stories kids remember.
Gary the Gharial
A long-snouted crocodilian with a big dream and an even bigger heart.
- Home: Rivers of South Asia
- Lesson: Keep going
- Fun fact: Gharials have long, narrow snouts.
Layla
The next Atypical Animals character is coming soon. Check back for the full reveal.
- Home: Coming soon
- Lesson: Coming soon
- Fun fact: Coming soon
Who’s Next?
More overlooked animals are on the way. Join the club and follow along as the series grows.
School Visits & Read-Alouds
Invite author Logan Mirandette for a fun, educational visit featuring unusual animals, storytelling, perseverance, creativity, and a behind-the-scenes look at how picture books are made.
Ask About a VisitVisit Topics Can Include
- How a children’s book is created
- Learning about unusual animals
- Following big dreams
- Writing, revising, and illustrating
- Courage, perseverance, and creativity
About the Creators
Logan Mirandette
Logan is a children’s author, physician assistant, former scuba instructor, and lifelong animal enthusiast. He created Atypical Animals to help kids fall in love with unique creatures and meaningful stories.
Elise Kisu
Elise is the illustrator behind the Atypical Animals series. Her artwork brings each unusual animal to life with warmth, personality, and imagination.
Contact
Interested in school visits, library events, wholesale orders, media, or future book updates? Send a message below.
Email: mirandettel@gmail.com
Website: atypicalanimals.com