Family stories, thoughtfully made
Big feelings.
Good stories.
C Family Media makes children’s books that turn resilience, friendship, and emotional growth into something families can read, feel, and talk about together.
Read it.
Talk about it.
Grow through it.
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Stories with heart
Characters children recognize, moments grown-ups understand, and room for everyone to see themselves.
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Feelings made speakable
Gentle stories open the door to conversations about choices, empathy, and what happens next.
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Made for together
Books and activities designed for laps, classrooms, library corners, and kitchen tables.
The Pop-Pop promise
A little more courage, one page at a time.
From Story Time with Pop-Pop to companion activity books, each title gives families a shared language for the moments that shape us.
See what’s on the shelfFree for families & classrooms
Free Activity Downloads Hub
Printable worksheets, activity pages, and a Pop-Pop Explorer Certificate — free to download, no signup.
About the author
Meet Pop-Pop
Randolph 'Pop-Pop' Cuthbert is a retired US Army veteran, a father of thirteen, and a grandfather of ten. He writes the stories he once told his own children and grandchildren — warm, relatable tales that help young readers name big feelings and find their courage.
More about the authorFrom the reading table
Stories families come back to.
A few words from Amazon readers about The Day I Ran Away.
“Story Time with Pop-pop is a heart warming trip down memory lane... The beautiful illustrations have you falling in love with these precious children.”
“Such an inspiring book! I'm already buying a second copy to share with friends. It truly comes alive on the pages and leaves a lasting impression.”
“Most adorable story... My twins enjoyed the storyline and were so in tune with the story! We all love it!”
News and notes
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Reading prompts, family reflections, and new stories from the C Family table.
For the grown-ups who guide them