Steppin' Out With Pickle

Steppin' Out With Pickle is the twelfth in a collection of illustrated short stories for children and young adults. Reading these stories will help kids to "get their minds right" about how to be a loving, creative, adventurous, and kind person.

Twelve-year-old Pickle has one big summer goal: surprise his dad at the glass shop where he works. It's 1958 in Miami, and with a few dollars in his pocket and no ride in sight, Pickle sets off on foot—determined to make the long journey across town alone.

What starts as a quick trip becomes an unforgettable adventure through bowling alleys, pet stores, bike shops, and burger joints. Along the way, Pickle meets quirky characters, finds unexpected kindness, and learns just how far determination (and a few hot dogs) can take you.

Steppin' Out With Pickle is a warm, nostalgic tale of independence, mid-century mischief, and the timeless bond between a boy and his dad.