The Characters
Mrs. Gourd is a true story based on real life, events, and people! Meet the characters that make the tale.
Mom
The sometimes-frazzled working mom of three loves finding the joy in every mom moment (even the messy ones). Bathtime and Mrs. Gourd are her secret weapons. One brings instant calm, and the other a room to attention. The cuddles and snuggles that come with bedtime are her two favorite things in the world.
Mrs. Gourd
Mrs. Gourd is mom’s superpower—the zany side of mom that pops out every once in a while, especially when the kiddos are unruly. She spontaneously belts out songs, strange accents, and “Johnny Cats.” Everyone loves her even though she’s a curmudgeon. She bears a strong resemblance to Mom.
Big Sister
Big Sister is a six-year-old girl with a larger-than-life personality and a head full of blonde curls. She is the ringleader of bedtime fun. With a contagious giggle and a twinkle in her eye, her white plush bunny is always in tow. She rarely takes a nap, loves to snuggle, and is always up for one more bedtime story.
The Boys
The Boys are four-year-old twins. Always up for whatever big sister is cooking up, they love jumping on the bed and letting their imagination run wild. Blue and green are their favorite colors, thank goodness! It’s the way Mom tells them apart! They love trains, Lego, and striped pajamas and never go anywhere without their blankets.
The Dogs
The two golden retrievers steal the show (and socks)! These loveable canines are always in the mix. With their priceless expressions and personalities, they’ll capture your heart with the turn of every page.
