Books with author Erica Swallow

Five-year-old Sebastian Martinez—with the help of his older brother, Brandon—turns his love for socks into a business that not only makes wacky socks, but also enables the duo to finally revamp the school dress code. Follow along as the brothers become Little Launchers! “Sebastian Creates a Sock Company” is the story of Are Your Kidding?, a sock company founded by kid entrepreneur Sebastian Martinez and brother Brandon Martinez. The Little Launchers book series showcases the true stories of real kid entrepreneurs who have started and continue to manage real businesses. The goal of the series is to inspire children everywhere to think creatively and solve the problems they see around them. This book, about Sebastian Martinez, is one of four in the series!ADVANCE PRAISE“Sebastian’s entrepreneurial enthusiasm is contagious, and this is the remarkable story of his success. Any parent who wants to instill in their children the value of hard work and a can-do attitude should give the gift of this wonderful real-life story.”— Congressman Carlos Curbelo, Florida Representative, U.S. House of Representatives“This true story of Sebastian and his sock company embodies the power of entrepreneurship – it allows anyone to turn problems into opportunities with hard work and the support of those around them. Stories like this, and the Little Launchers series, can empower kids everywhere to embrace what makes them unique to help others, while allowing parents to see the impact they can have on their kids’ confidence through supporting them to take action on their ideas.”— Laurie Stach, Founder and Executive Director, MIT Launch Program"The Little Launchers series challenges adults, as well as kids, to respect the power of young minds. Sebastian's story, and his mother's guidance throughout the founding process, give parents a model for encouraging entrepreneurial traits and creativity. Every young kid should have exposure to this kind of problem-solving adventure."— Jeff Bussgang, General Partner, Flybridge Capital and Senior Lecturer, Harvard Business School

At five years old, Gabby can't stop losing her hair bows everywhere she goes. She and her mother join forces to invent a new kind of bow that doesn't fall out. But will it work? Follow Gabby’s Little Launchers story to find out! “Gabby Invents the Perfect Hair Bow” is the story of Gabrielle “Gabby” Goodwin and her company Gabby Bows. The Little Launchers book series showcases the true stories of real kid entrepreneurs who have started and continue to manage real businesses. The goal of the series is to inspire children everywhere to think creatively and solve the problems they see around them. This book, about Gabby Goodwin, is one of four in the series!ADVANCE PRAISE:“Move aside fairy tale princesses — Gabby is the new role model in town! A must-read for kids (and parents!) of any age, Gabby Invents the Perfect Hair Bow is a fun, relatable, and true story of how Gabby became an entrepreneur and started her own successful business — at just seven years old. Gabby is an inspiring example of how kids, especially girls, can be creative and solve the problems they see in the world.”— Diane Mulcahy, Author, “The Gig Economy” "The perfect book for the 21st-century kid. It's fun, inspiring, and relatable."— Maf Sonko, Founder and CEO, LumoXchange Gabby Invents the Perfect Hair Bow is the perfect book for budding entrepreneurs. I love how this diverse book is an accurate reflection and representation of a family collaborating to solve a problem and launching an entrepreneurial venture together. Readers will be able to see themselves in Gabby and be inspired to start their very own businesses one day!— Dee Fogerty, Co-founder, WAM! Book Bundle

Five-year-old Sebastian Martinez—with the help of his older brother, Brandon—turns his love for socks into a business that not only makes wacky socks, but also enables the duo to finally revamp the school dress code. Follow along as the brothers become Little Launchers! “Sebastian Creates a Sock Company” is the story of Are Your Kidding?, a sock company founded by kid entrepreneur Sebastian Martinez and brother Brandon Martinez. The Little Launchers book series showcases the true stories of real kid entrepreneurs who have started and continue to manage real businesses. The goal of the series is to inspire children everywhere to think creatively and solve the problems they see around them. This book, about Sebastian Martinez, is one of four in the series!ADVANCE PRAISE“Sebastian’s entrepreneurial enthusiasm is contagious, and this is the remarkable story of his success. Any parent who wants to instill in their children the value of hard work and a can-do attitude should give the gift of this wonderful real-life story.”— Congressman Carlos Curbelo, Florida Representative, U.S. House of Representatives“This true story of Sebastian and his sock company embodies the power of entrepreneurship – it allows anyone to turn problems into opportunities with hard work and the support of those around them. Stories like this, and the Little Launchers series, can empower kids everywhere to embrace what makes them unique to help others, while allowing parents to see the impact they can have on their kids’ confidence through supporting them to take action on their ideas.”— Laurie Stach, Founder and Executive Director, MIT Launch Program"The Little Launchers series challenges adults, as well as kids, to respect the power of young minds. Sebastian's story, and his mother's guidance throughout the founding process, give parents a model for encouraging entrepreneurial traits and creativity. Every young kid should have exposure to this kind of problem-solving adventure."— Jeff Bussgang, General Partner, Flybridge Capital and Senior Lecturer, Harvard Business School

At five years old, Gabby can't stop losing her hair bows everywhere she goes. She and her mother join forces to invent a new kind of bow that doesn't fall out. But will it work? Follow Gabby’s Little Launchers story to find out! “Gabby Invents the Perfect Hair Bow” is the story of Gabrielle “Gabby” Goodwin and her company Gabby Bows. The Little Launchers book series showcases the true stories of real kid entrepreneurs who have started and continue to manage real businesses. The goal of the series is to inspire children everywhere to think creatively and solve the problems they see around them. This book, about Gabby Goodwin, is one of four in the series!ADVANCE PRAISE:“Move aside fairy tale princesses — Gabby is the new role model in town! A must-read for kids (and parents!) of any age, Gabby Invents the Perfect Hair Bow is a fun, relatable, and true story of how Gabby became an entrepreneur and started her own successful business — at just seven years old. Gabby is an inspiring example of how kids, especially girls, can be creative and solve the problems they see in the world.”— Diane Mulcahy, Author, “The Gig Economy” "The perfect book for the 21st-century kid. It's fun, inspiring, and relatable."— Maf Sonko, Founder and CEO, LumoXchange Gabby Invents the Perfect Hair Bow is the perfect book for budding entrepreneurs. I love how this diverse book is an accurate reflection and representation of a family collaborating to solve a problem and launching an entrepreneurial venture together. Readers will be able to see themselves in Gabby and be inspired to start their very own businesses one day!— Dee Fogerty, Co-founder, WAM! Book Bundle

Teen lacrosse player Rachel Zietz takes an entrepreneurship course and realizes she can blend the worlds of business and fun by creating a lacrosse equipment company. Follow Rachel’s Little Launchers story to see how she does it! “Rachel Turns Her Passion Into a Business” is a story about the entrepreneurial journey of Rachel Zietz, real-life founder and CEO of lacrosse equipment company Gladiator Lacrosse. The Little Launchers book series showcases the true stories of real kid entrepreneurs who have started and continue to manage real businesses. The goal of the series is to inspire children everywhere to think creatively and solve the problems they see around them. This book, about Rachel Zietz, is one of four in the series!ADVANCE PRAISE:“Rachel's success story is impressive in so many ways. The fact that she was so young when she followed her dream makes it even more so. Stories like these show the opportunities available to people, no matter their age, if they follow their passions.”— Steve Stenersen, President and CEO, US Lacrosse"The Little Launchers series brings concepts like self-efficacy and courage capital to a new and vital audience through relatable, understandable characters. Any little girl can find in Rachel a model of how to move through spaces of uncertainty with entrepreneurial action — taking that first step, then another, and another. This series is a must-read for current and future entrepreneurs of all ages!"— Susan Duffy, Executive Director, Center for Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership, Babson College“An inspiring read for every young kid! Rachel's story demonstrates innovation and perseverance in building a fantastic business at scale. The Little Launchers series at large showcases diverse and true stories that demonstrate that entrepreneurship can begin at any age, and it helps young readers visualize the impact they can have on our world. Bringing value to market is the most practical skill set to learn — the earlier the better — and this series teaches that concept in a refreshing, kid-friendly way.”— Frederick Townes, Co-founder and COO, Placester and Techstars Alumnus

Problem-solver Jason Li has been on a mission to pay for his own lunch since he started school, and he's finally found an idea that helps him do just that while saving the planet. Follow Jason’s Little Launchers story to see how he does it! “Jason Saves the Environment with Entrepreneurship” is the story of teen entrepreneur Jason Li, who at the age of 14 founded iReTron, a social enterprise that buys, refurbishes, resells, and donates used electronics. The Little Launchers book series showcases the true stories of real kid entrepreneurs who have started and continue to manage real businesses. The goal of the series is to inspire children everywhere to think creatively and solve the problems they see around them. This book, about Gabby Goodwin, is one of four in the series!ADVANCE PRAISE:A heartening story of young idealism and ambition. This delightful book series embodies Erica's unique genius, her heady meld of entrepreneurial zeal and inner-child connectedness. Inspire your kids to prepare for tomorrow's digital future of work. — Arun Sundararajan. professor, New York University and author, "The Sharing Economy" "An incredibly inspiring book for kids 0 to 100! We are taken along Jason's journey through the highs and lows that come with stepping outside of one's comfort zone. Jason comes out of his trials as a successful entrepreneur with a big heart!"— Bita Diomande, Founder and CEO, Sampa "For kid entrepreneur Jason Li, one small, stubborn goal — earning his own lunch money — turned into a multi-million dollar company. Jason's story reminds us all that you don't have to set the goalpost very far to accomplish something amazing. In fact, sometimes it is better to have more modest aspirations that organically evolve into something much bigger." — Danny Wong, Co-founder, Blank Label

Problem-solver Jason Li has been on a mission to pay for his own lunch since he started school, and he's finally found an idea that helps him do just that while saving the planet. Follow Jason’s Little Launchers story to see how he does it! “Jason Saves the Environment with Entrepreneurship” is the story of teen entrepreneur Jason Li, who at the age of 14 founded iReTron, a social enterprise that buys, refurbishes, resells, and donates used electronics. The Little Launchers book series showcases the true stories of real kid entrepreneurs who have started and continue to manage real businesses. The goal of the series is to inspire children everywhere to think creatively and solve the problems they see around them. This book, about Gabby Goodwin, is one of four in the series!ADVANCE PRAISE:A heartening story of young idealism and ambition. This delightful book series embodies Erica's unique genius, her heady meld of entrepreneurial zeal and inner-child connectedness. Inspire your kids to prepare for tomorrow's digital future of work. — Arun Sundararajan. professor, New York University and author, "The Sharing Economy" "An incredibly inspiring book for kids 0 to 100! We are taken along Jason's journey through the highs and lows that come with stepping outside of one's comfort zone. Jason comes out of his trials as a successful entrepreneur with a big heart!"— Bita Diomande, Founder and CEO, Sampa "For kid entrepreneur Jason Li, one small, stubborn goal — earning his own lunch money — turned into a multi-million dollar company. Jason's story reminds us all that you don't have to set the goalpost very far to accomplish something amazing. In fact, sometimes it is better to have more modest aspirations that organically evolve into something much bigger." — Danny Wong, Co-founder, Blank Label

Teen lacrosse player Rachel Zietz takes an entrepreneurship course and realizes she can blend the worlds of business and fun by creating a lacrosse equipment company. Follow Rachel's Little Launchers story to see how she does it! "Rachel Turns Her Passion Into a Business" is a story about the entrepreneurial journey of Rachel Zietz, real-life founder and CEO of lacrosse equipment company Gladiator Lacrosse. The Little Launchers book series showcases the true stories of real kid entrepreneurs who have started and continue to manage real businesses. The goal of the series is to inspire children everywhere to think creatively and solve the problems they see around them. This book, about Rachel Zietz, is one of four in the series!Teen lacrosse player Rachel Zietz takes an entrepreneurship course and realizes she can blend the worlds of business and fun by creating a lacrosse equipment company. Follow Rachel’s Little Launchers story to see how she does it!“Rachel Turns Her Passion Into a Business” is a story about the entrepreneurial journey of Rachel Zietz, real-life founder and CEO of lacrosse equipment company Gladiator Lacrosse.The Little Launchers book series showcases the true stories of real kid entrepreneurs who have started and continue to manage real businesses. The goal of the series is to inspire children everywhere to think creatively and solve the problems they see around them. This book, about Rachel Zietz, is one of four in the series!ADVANCE PRAISE:“Rachel's success story is impressive in so many ways. The fact that she was so young when she followed her dream makes it even more so. Stories like these show the opportunities available to people, no matter their age, if they follow their passions.”— Steve Stenersen, President and CEO, US Lacrosse"The Little Launchers series brings concepts like self-efficacy and courage capital to a new and vital audience through relatable, understandable characters. Any little girl can find in Rachel a model of how to move through spaces of uncertainty with entrepreneurial action — taking that first step, then another, and another. This series is a must-read for current and future entrepreneurs of all ages!"— Susan Duffy, Executive Director, Center for Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership, Babson College“An inspiring read for every young kid! Rachel's story demonstrates innovation and perseverance in building a fantastic business at scale. The Little Launchers series at large showcases diverse and true stories that demonstrate that entrepreneurship can begin at any age, and it helps young readers visualize the impact they can have on our world. Bringing value to market is the most practical skill set to learn — the earlier the better — and this series teaches that concept in a refreshing, kid-friendly way.”— Frederick Townes, Co-founder and COO, Placester and Techstars Alumnus

Five-year-old Sebastian Martinez, with the help of his older brother, Brandon, turns his love for socks into a business that not only makes wacky socks, but also enables the duo to finally revamp the school dress code. Follow along as the brothers become Entrepreneur Kids! The Entrepreneur Kid book series showcases the true stories of real kid entrepreneurs who have started and continue to manage real businesses. The goal of the series is to inspire children everywhere to think creatively and solve the problems they see around them. This book, about Sebastian Martinez, is one of four in the series!

At five years old, Gabby Goodwin can't stop losing her hair bows everywhere she goes. She and her mother join forces to invent a new kind of bow that doesn't fall out. But will it work? Follow along as she becomes an Entrepreneur Kid!The Entrepreneur Kid book series showcases the true stories of real kid entrepreneurs who have started and continue to manage real businesses. The goal of the series is to inspire children everywhere to think creatively and solve the problems they see around them. This book, about Gabrielle "Gabby" Goodwin, is one of four in the series!

Teen lacrosse player Rachel Zietz takes an entrepreneurship course and realizes she can blend the worlds of business and fun by creating a lacrosse equipment company. Follow along as she becomes an Entrepreneur Kid!The Entrepreneur Kid book series showcases the true stories of real kid entrepreneurs who have started and continue to manage real businesses. The goal of the series is to inspire children everywhere to think creatively and solve the problems they see around them. This book, about Rachel Zietz, is one of four in the series!

Problem-solver Jason Li has been on a mission to pay for his own lunch since he started school, and he's finally found an idea that helps him do just that while saving the planet. Follow along as he becomes an Entrepreneur Kid!The Entrepreneur Kid book series showcases the true stories of real kid entrepreneurs who have started and continue to manage real businesses. The goal of the series is to inspire children everywhere to think creatively and solve the problems they see around them. This book, about Jason Li, is one of four in the series!