Cletus' Sunday School Shenanigans

The authors have retained a publicist to promote the book. In addition, the authors will solicit interviews with major newspapers, Christian magazines, radio stations which appeal to the target audience for this book—Christian parents, guardians, teachers, and extended family members of young children. The authors will have several book signings in bookstores throughout Kentucky and West Tennessee. They will participate in public speaking engagements upon request/scheduling. A website will be launched in February, 2017. The authors will launch a major social network marketing blitz utilizing Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Marketing flyers will be emailed to many church offices and congregation distribution lists. A book display will be placed in a local Christian Counseling Center. Beginning in April, 2017, the authors will participate in paid advertisements to reach the target audience such as Christian Women magazine, Parenting magazine, and other denomination specific literature.

Cletus, a mischievous monkey, is taken to church by his owner in an attempt to teach him to behave. He learns the real meaning of worship.It is often difficult for adults to approach the topic of inappropriate worship service behaviors without evoking a defensive attitude. One strategy is by beginning the conversation with a book. How better to approach the topic of worship service etiquette than sharing this humorous, rhyming, book—Cletus’ Sunday School Shenanigans? Cletus is a young mischievous monkey that causes mayhem around the town. He is unwelcome by the residents because of his behavior. His owner, Mrs. Rosa, seeks assistance from various individuals and eventually follows the advice of a minister. Mrs. Rosa takes Cletus to worship service and his behavior is appalling. The children invite Cletus to class where he learns and practices respectful behavior during Sunday school. Cletus learns about Jesus’ sacrifice for us and our personal responsibility for telling others about it. The book contains a reference section for comprehension questions, discussion questions, parent tips, and scripture references.