A heartfelt story by Meehee Kim that celebrates a young boy’s journey with ADHD, his love for baseball, and the power of embracing who you are.

Seattle, Washington, United States, 20th Jan 2026 – Author Meehee Kim proudly announces the release of her debut Children’s Book, Let’s Play Ball!, now available on Amazon. This delightful story follows the ups and downs of a young boy named Jonah who loves baseball, faces challenges with ADHD, and learns to see his differences as his strength.

In Let’s Play Ball!, fifth-grader Jonah lives and breathes baseball. As a member of a competitive travel team, he thrives on the excitement of the game, the bond with his best friends Noah and Vinny, and the joy of chasing his dreams on the field. But off the field, life is just as full. Jonah spends time with his family, trains his little brother Jaxson to play ball, and enjoys the company of his loyal dog, Waffle.

Though Jonah seems to have it all together, he struggles with managing his ADHD, especially when the pressure is on during a big game. Through his story, readers discover the beauty of neurodiversity, friendship, and the idea that being different can also be a superpower.

Let’s Play Ball! isn’t just another Children’s Book about baseball, it’s a heartfelt reminder that every child can find strength in who they are. Meehee Kim wrote this story with care, humor, and honesty, giving readers both entertainment and inspiration.

A Story Inspired by Real Life

The inspiration behind Let’s Play Ball! comes from a deeply personal place. As a lifelong teacher and a mother, Meehee Kim found herself searching for books that reflected her son’s world, books that showed a boy who loved baseball, had ADHD, and was also Asian American. But she couldn’t find one that combined all those qualities.

So, she decided to write it herself. During a family trip to Hawaii, as fireworks burst through the night sky, she couldn’t sleep, and instead began writing what would become Let’s Play Ball!. By the time she finally dozed off, she had written two full chapters. What began as a mother’s mission soon turned into a complete Children’s Book that she hopes will help other families see themselves in literature.

A Message of Hope and Understanding

This Children’s Book shines a light on what it’s like to grow up with ADHD and how support, patience, and self-belief can help kids discover their strengths. It’s also about family bonds, teamwork, and the little joys that make life meaningful. Readers will smile at Jonah’s adventures, laugh with his friends, and maybe even shed a tear or two as they see him learn, grow, and succeed in his own way.

Through her words, Meehee Kim encourages readers to celebrate differences rather than hide them. She wants every reader, especially young ones, to know that it’s okay to be unique, to face challenges, and to keep believing in themselves no matter what.

Meehee Kim lives in the Pacific Northwest with her husband, two sons, and their family dog, Waffle. A lifelong educator, she has devoted her career to teaching and inspiring young minds. When she isn’t writing or cheering at baseball games, she loves traveling, exploring new restaurants, reading novels, and singing along to her favorite KPop songs.

Meehee is a proud graduate of Shoreline Public Schools and went on to earn her undergraduate degree from the University of Washington, followed by her teaching degree from the University of San Francisco.

As the daughter of immigrants, Meehee’s name, which means “American Dream,” carries a special meaning. She never imagined she would one day become a published author, but through her children’s encouragement and her love for storytelling, she brought Let’s Play Ball! to life, a Children’s Book that’s both fun and meaningful.

Why Readers Will Love Let’s Play Ball!

• A relatable story for kids who love sports, especially baseball
• A heartfelt look at living with ADHD and finding strength in it
• A celebration of family, friendship, and diversity
• Simple language that makes reading enjoyable for kids of all levels
• An authentic story written by a teacher and mother who understands children deeply

Whether read in the classroom, at bedtime, or during family reading time, Let’s Play Ball! is a Children’s Book that leaves a lasting impression. It encourages empathy, inclusion, and confidence, all while telling a fun and uplifting story.

Let’s Play Ball! by Meehee Kim is now available for purchase on Amazon.

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Set in a 1950s North Carolina neighborhood, the novel examines how one childhood tragedy shaped generations in this evocative southern mystery.

New York City, New York, United States, 20th Jan 2026 – Acclaimed southern author Laurie Byrne Smith is proud to announce the release of her captivating new mystery, Petey Vanished! A Novel of Southern Proportions, now available on Amazon in ebook, audiobook, paperback, and hardcover editions. This thought-provoking mystery draws readers into the nostalgic world of a 1950s southern town where innocence and tragedy intertwine in unforgettable ways.

In Petey Vanished!, the small-town charm of the post-war South hides an unspoken pain that has haunted an entire neighborhood for decades. When JoBeth returns to her childhood home to prepare it for sale, she discovers a long-forgotten travel trunk filled with family mementos, and the echoes of a painful past. The memories bring back the summer when life was simple, children played freely in the humid air, and the community seemed picture-perfect. But beneath that surface of neighborly warmth lies a dark event no one can forget: the day young Petey Shiner disappeared.

As JoBeth reconnects with her childhood friend Billy, long-buried emotions and questions resurface. Together, they begin retracing the threads of the past, searching for truth in a town that learned to look the other way. Their journey through memory and mystery takes readers back to an era when childhood games, southern manners, and front-porch gossip defined daily life, and where silence became the heaviest burden of all.

Laurie Byrne Smith’s writing is both heartfelt and unflinching. Her attention to detail brings the mid-century South to life with vivid clarity, the sticky summer air, the voices of neighbors calling across yards, and the quiet power of family bonds. Through JoBeth’s eyes, readers witness how the disappearance of one child can shape generations, leaving questions that demand to be answered. Petey Vanished! is not just a mystery about a lost boy, it is also a tender exploration of how communities heal, how love survives, and how the truth, though painful, can set the heart free.

The mystery unfolds with perfect pacing, blending suspense with emotion. Readers who enjoy southern fiction rich with atmosphere and character will find this story deeply satisfying. Laurie Byrne Smith invites readers to walk through the old neighborhoods of memory, where laughter and loss coexist, and where each clue uncovered brings JoBeth closer to both resolution and renewal.

About the Author

Laurie Byrne Smith grew up in New Bern, North Carolina, during the 1950s, surrounded by the timeless traditions of southern life, sweet tea, porch swings, and the smell of barbecue in the summer air. Her upbringing in this close-knit community shaped her storytelling voice, giving her a deep appreciation for family, memory, and the charm of small-town living. Laurie’s eastern North Carolina roots reach from Cedar Island to the Outer Banks, and her sense of place runs deep in every story she tells.

After moving to Florida in 1995, Laurie began writing a humor-based newspaper column that captured the wit and warmth of southern living. Her essays on family, tradition, and everyday joys were later compiled in her Kindle collection, Observations of a Transplanted Southern Belle. Petey Vanished! marks a new chapter in her writing career, offering readers a layered mystery that combines nostalgia with suspense and emotional depth.

Laurie now lives in the North Carolina mountains with her husband, Byron F. Smith, a fellow New Bern native. Together, they continue to draw inspiration from the beauty and history of the South, a place that remains at the heart of all Laurie’s work.

A Southern Story Worth Remembering

With Petey Vanished! A Novel of Southern Proportions, Laurie Byrne Smith captures the enduring spirit of a generation that valued community and tradition while facing its hidden sorrows. The mystery of Petey’s disappearance echoes far beyond a single family, touching the lives of all who grew up on Governor’s Road. For readers who love rich storytelling, vivid southern settings, and emotional journeys of discovery, this novel delivers a satisfying balance of suspense and heart.

Petey Vanished! is now available on Amazon. Join JoBeth and Billy as they revisit the past, unravel long-held secrets, and discover that sometimes the greatest mystery is not what was lost, but what remains.

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United States, 20th Jan 2026 – When every precise algorithmic prediction helps safeguard a family’s livelihood, and every transparent certification reinforces an unbreakable foundation of trust, that is the reality—and the promise—that CTI is committed to delivering in 2026.

CTI positions itself not only as an organization guided by a strong social vision—often described internally as “Architects of Dignity”—but also as a reliable partner dedicated to protecting member assets through the highest standards of regulatory compliance, technical resilience, and operational discipline. At CTI, social responsibility and pragmatic security are designed to advance together.

Looking ahead to 2026, CTI announced a major technological upgrade to its fourth-generation AI-driven decision engine, developed within a framework aligned with leading global regulatory standards for digital asset and Web3 financial infrastructure. The system’s overall accuracy rate is expected to increase from 95.8% to 96.8%, a performance improvement designed to help mitigate critical financial risks on a recurring basis for more than 5,000 families across South America.

All technical strategies operate within an architecture supported by a registered U.S. financial services license (MSB Registration No. 31000314930483), issued by the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) of the U.S. Department of the Treasury. This registration is publicly verifiable through official U.S. government channels, underscoring CTI’s commitment to transparency and regulatory alignment.

Security and resilience remain central to CTI’s system design philosophy. The platform is engineered to prioritize capital protection during periods of extreme market volatility, maintaining controlled drawdowns within a defined threshold of 5% to support long-term stability.

To further reinforce asset protection, CTI has established a dedicated fund entity with registered capital exceeding USD 45 million. This capital structure represents a tangible commitment to member security and is subject to strict legal oversight and periodic review in the United States. All investment assets are managed through independent third-party custodial institutions, ensuring full operational separation and minimizing governance risk.

CTI’s leadership team is composed of former quantitative analysts and risk management professionals with backgrounds in global financial markets. By applying scientifically diversified allocation models and disciplined risk controls, the organization aims to deliver stable, sustainable outcomes within the evolving Web3 digital asset ecosystem.

As 2026 approaches, CTI continues to build a transparent, collaboration-driven ecosystem grounded in reputation, verified performance, and shared growth. The organization’s long-term objective is to extend its protective and trust-based framework to millions of families worldwide—demonstrating that responsibly applied Web3 technology can serve as a lasting foundation for economic stability, dignity, and inclusive prosperity.

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