The idea for the Navigating Natural Disasters series came to me while reflecting on the challenges kids face during and after natural disasters. As someone who spent years in emergency communications, I’ve seen firsthand how emergencies can leave lasting emotional impacts—not just on adults, but especially on children. During chaotic times, kids are often left to process big feelings in ways we might not always see.
Chrissy Hobbs, also known as Sam Lawrence, is a bestselling author of the My Little Fart and Hockey Wars series. Since 2015, she has been writing books with her husband, bringing humor and heartfelt stories to readers worldwide. Before her writing career, Chrissy spent seven years as a police dispatcher, a role that profoundly influenced her passion for emergency management. Recently, she has returned to her education, expanding her knowledge in emergency management as she plans to step back into the field.
While pursuing her studies, Chrissy noticed a significant gap in children’s literature—books that help kids navigate the emotional and physical challenges of natural disasters. Having witnessed the devastation of recent global disasters, Chrissy felt called to create stories that inform and empower children during these challenging times.
Her Navigating Natural Disasters series is designed to help kids understand what happens during disasters, how to prepare, and, most importantly, how to process their emotions and find strength in their community. Through relatable stories of resilience and hope, Chrissy aims to provide children around the world with the tools to face life’s storms with courage and confidence.
Ben Jackson, born in Tasmania, Australia, is a bestselling author of the My Little Fart and Hockey Wars series. He co-owns Author Services Australia, a company dedicated to helping Australian authors self-publish their books.
Ben works alongside his wife, Chrissy Hobbs (Sam Lawrence), specializing in self-publishing children’s books. Together, they have collaborated on multiple projects while traveling between Australia and Canada. In addition to his work in publishing, Ben is a freelance writer specializing in website content and articles for various industries.
