Molly and Potato

Molly wished for a dog. But her mom, busy, tired, and not a “dog person,” always said no. Then came the cancer. As Molly’s mom begins her treatment and healing journey, Molly learns just how brave she can be. And when a scruffy shelter pup named Potato comes into their lives, everything begins to change.

Told in two voices, this heartfelt children’s book explores themes of love, loss, and rescue from both Molly’s and Potato’s perspectives. Both Molly and Potato wrestle with confusing feelings: guilt over finding joy after hardship, and the realization that sadness and happiness can coexist.

Molly & Potato is two heartfelt stories in one book, told from two perspectives. In the paperback and hardcover versions, readers will discover Molly's story from front to back, and by flipping the book upside down, they can read Potato’s story from back to front. The eBook version is presented in a linear format, making it easy to enjoy on any device.

Co-written by pediatrician and cancer survivor Dr. Kelly Curtin and her daughter, Molly Hallinan, these mirrored stories gently show young readers that healing doesn’t mean pretending, and it’s okay to feel happy, sad, and everything in between. Through their love and support for each other, Molly and Potato learn that a sad past doesn’t stop them from finding happiness in the present.