Jenny A Castillo

Jenny A Castillo Welcome! I’m Jenny A. Let’s share stories, snuggles, and book magic!

Author of Grace and Waffles: A New Best Friend and heartwarming stories that inspire courage, friendship, and fun. ✨ Join Grace and Waffles on their playful adventures! Castillo, a children’s book author creating heartwarming stories for shy kids, playful pups, and families who love stories of friendship and courage. My debut book, Grace and Waffles: A New Best Friend, follows the sweet adventures

of a shy girl named Grace and her loyal mini poodle, Waffles. Here, you’ll find updates on my books, behind-the-scenes glimpses, fun activities for kids, and tips for families navigating big feelings with their little ones.

📖 Explore the world of Grace and Waffles at https://graceandwaffles.com/
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01/24/2026

For kids who don’t love big parties 💕

Grace learns that her birthday can look exactly how she wants it to, and that’s more than okay.

Grace & Waffles 💬
A world of fun, friendship, and gentle courage 🐾





01/24/2026

🎂 Grace and Waffles are counting down to something very special… Can you guess what it is? 🐾💬

🍂 Nyx’s Cozy Corner 🐾Mom saved this old dog house from being thrown away and turned it into my very own fall hideaway! 🍁...
10/27/2025

🍂 Nyx’s Cozy Corner 🐾

Mom saved this old dog house from being thrown away and turned it into my very own fall hideaway! 🍁
A little paint, a festive tree, my favorite toy, and the fluffiest blanket... and guess who moved in right away?
Yep—me. 😴💤

There’s nothing better than a good nap in a cozy spot. 🧡

10/20/2025

🎄✨ Something magical is coming soon...
Only 9 days until the release of Christmas Wish: A Grace and Waffles Adventure!
Cozy moments, sweet surprises, and a heartwarming holiday story your little one will love.

💫 Tap “Remind Me” so you don’t miss it!

✨ On Tuesday, I had the amazing opportunity to share my author journey at People’s Church Phemom, a story that began wit...
10/16/2025

✨ On Tuesday, I had the amazing opportunity to share my author journey at People’s Church Phemom, a story that began with a shy little girl who grew up afraid to be seen… and somehow found her courage through a tiny poodle named Nyx 🐾 and a big dream called Grace and Waffles. 💕

I talked about how fear doesn’t always disappear. Sometimes, you just learn to move forward with it.
How a spark of an idea can grow into something beautiful when you say “yes” to that quiet voice God places on your heart. ✨

From creating my first children’s book with no idea where to start (thank goodness for YouTube 😅) to self-publishing, learning about ISBNs, LCCNs, and everything in between, every step has been a mix of faith, courage, and tea. ☕️

And standing in front of that room full of women and grandmothers reminded me:
Sometimes bravery looks like writing a book.
Sometimes it looks like sharing your story out loud.
And sometimes… it looks like doing both. 💗

📚 Grace & Waffles Adventures — Heartfelt stories for growing hearts 💕

09/25/2025

✨ Slow mornings, sketching characters, and a sleepy pup by my side 🐾
Creating stories that help quiet kids feel seen is my favorite kind of magic.

💕 Grace and Waffles remind us that friendship and bravery go hand in hand.

🐶 P.S. Nyx takes her assistant illustrator job very seriously… especially when naps are involved. 😴

➡️ Tell me — what does your cozy moment look like today?





Double tap if you know a little one who’s feeling nervous about school 💫✨ I can’t believe I get to say this... I wrote a...
07/25/2025

Double tap if you know a little one who’s feeling nervous about school 💫

✨ I can’t believe I get to say this... I wrote a second children’s book!

This story is especially close to my heart—it’s about the nerves, the hopes, and the tiny brave moments that come with trying something new.

As someone who was once a shy kid (and a shy grown-up too), writing stories that help little ones feel seen has been a dream come true. 💛

Grace and Waffles: First Day of School is filled with love, laughter, and the reminder that courage doesn’t always roar—it sometimes whispers.

07/25/2025

💜 Meet the stars of Grace and Waffles Adventures: First Day of School!

➡️ Grace is thoughtful, observant, and a little nervous about the first day.
She doesn’t rush into things, but when she feels safe, her courage shines.

🐾 Waffles is her loyal pup and best friend. Full of curly fluff and love, Waffles helps Grace find bravery in small moments.

Together, they remind us that confidence comes in all forms, and friendship can make all the difference.

Which one does your child relate to most?

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✨ BIG NEWS! ✨I’m so excited to share that my second children’s book is on the way! 🐾📚💖This next adventure in the Grace &...
07/24/2025

✨ BIG NEWS! ✨
I’m so excited to share that my second children’s book is on the way! 🐾📚💖

This next adventure in the Grace & Waffles series is full of heart, courage, and those sweet little moments that mean everything. I can’t wait to share more with you in the coming days!

It still feels surreal that I get to do this again—and I’m so thankful to have you along for the ride. 💕
Thanks for being part of this journey!

— Jenny xo

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