Welcome to the official media page for author Joni Lambert. Here you’ll find press materials, book information, downloadable images, and contact details for interviews or feature requests.
Joni is a Kaufman, TX-based author who writes for both children and adults. Her Smiley The Great Pyrenees Series shares heartwarming tales inspired by her real-life rescue dog, Smiley — stories that encourage kindness, compassion, and the joy of giving a rescued pet a loving home.
She is also the author of two Sherlock Holmes pastiche books, blending classic mystery and adventure with her own imaginative touch. Sherlock Holmes and the Little Drummer Boy is a festive Christmas story written for young readers. Sherlock Holmes and the London Majestic is a full-length novel for adult fans of the Great Detective, complete with Holmesian deduction and the debut of Dr. Watson’s daughter, Victoria.
View all of Lambert’s books on her Amazon Author Page
The Books
Smiley Finds a Home
Smiley Finds a Home
Children’s Book – The Smiley Series, Book 1
Inspired by a true story, Smiley Finds a Home follows the journey of Smiley, a Great Pyrenees who finds love, safety, and belonging after being rescued. Told from Smiley’s own perspective, this gentle, heartwarming story helps children understand empathy, gratitude, and the joy of giving a second chance to a rescued pet.
Smiley Saves Christmas
Children’s Book – The Smiley Series, Book 2
In this festive sequel, Smiley learns from Santa that Christmas is the birthday of Jesus — inspiring him to find the true meaning of giving. A gentle, faith-filled Christmas story perfect for families who love pets and holiday traditions.
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Local Author and Her Rescue Dog Share the True Spirit of Christmas in New Children’s Book
Kaufman, TX
November 11, 2025
Local author Joni Lambert is bringing holiday warmth and wagging tails to young readers this season with Smiley Saves Christmas, the second book in her heartwarming children’s series inspired by her real-life rescue dog, Smiley the Great Pyrenees.
Following the success of Smiley Finds a Home, which tells the story of Smiley’s rescue and the joy of finding his forever family, Smiley Saves Christmas continues the lovable pup’s adventures with a holiday twist. In this new story, Smiley learns from Santa himself that Christmas is the birthday of Jesus, inspiring the gentle giant to discover the true meaning of giving and to find the perfect gift for his family.
“Smiley’s story is all about kindness, gratitude, and love — values that mean even more during the holiday season,” says Lambert . “He reminds children that the best gifts don’t come from a store, and that loving others is what truly makes the season bright.”
Beautifully illustrated and told from Smiley’s own perspective, Smiley Saves Christmas continues the author’s mission to encourage compassion and responsible pet rescue. Both books in the series are designed to teach children empathy and the joy of giving — messages that resonate with families and animal lovers alike.
Smiley Finds a Home and Smiley Saves Christmas are available now on Amazon.
For more information, visit Lambert’s Amazon Author Page.
Contact joni@jonilambert.com for interviews, school visits, or local media appearances.
Sherlock Holmes and the Little Drummer Boy
Children’s Holiday Mystery
A Christmas adventure featuring the world’s most famous detective in a heartwarming tale suitable for families. Combining mystery, tradition, and festive spirit, it’s a delightful holiday read for both young readers and Holmes fans.
A Christmas adventure featuring the world’s most famous detective in a heartwarming tale suitable for families. Combining mystery, tradition, and festive spirit, it’s a delightful holiday read for both young readers and Holmes fans.
Sherlock Holmes and the London Majestic
Sherlock Holmes Mystery for Adult Readers.
In Sherlock Holmes and the London Majestic, readers are transported back to the fog and intrigue of Victorian London, where a case of attempted murder and deception unfolds within the opulent halls of the grand London Majestic Theater. Holmes and Watson are called upon to unravel a web of secrets involving a homicidal madman, his burning desire for revenge, and plans that could result in the death of hundreds.
Amidst the glittering backdrop of the theater, the Great Detective must rely on his razor-sharp logic and unwavering sense of justice to uncover the truth — all while mentoring a surprising new ally: Dr. Watson’s daughter, Victoria, whose keen intellect and courage prove she shares her father’s spirit of adventure.
Faithful to the tone and style of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s originals, The London Majestic blends classic deduction, atmosphere, and character-driven storytelling into a fresh and engaging Holmesian mystery that will delight long-time fans and new readers alike.
📞 Media Contact
Joni Lambert
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