
Melanie Tito - Writer, Chief Instigator
Mel has loved to read for as long as she can remember and is slowly building her dream of being an author, one book, poem, essay and discarded draft at a time. She is a wife and mother to three children who love peanut butter and being read to each day. She hopes that this book will bring you warmth and joy in your household as you share the magic of reading aloud together.

Jarred Tito - Illustrator, Pillar of Strength
Jarred is a teacher, director, drama specialist and entertainer. He is passionate about the performing arts and connecting with others through music, drama and art. He channels creative energy, thoughtfulness and solid experience into all that he does, which shows up in the vibrant illustrations within this book and in the way he narrates this story to his children.
Readings
We are available to do readings at libraries, bookshops and schools in West/Central Auckland. Enquire here.
I like the way Jarred read the book, sounded like a real pirate! The audience were quite engaged with the story, thanks for coming to deliver the story session in the library!
- Kathy Sun, Children's Librarian, Glen Eden Library
Today Rhyme time was so much fun! We sang, danced, and even had a chance to meet the pirate himself! One lucky little participant went home with a special treasure—a book AND a jar of peanut butter!
- Avondale Library