Hi everybody! I’m so happy (and honestly a little emotional) to share that we have officially launched a children’s book that has been part of our family story for a long time. Everyone, meet Pluto's Not a Planet!
Pluto’s Not a Planet by Vincent C. Sales and Vito Sales. It makes my heart so happy to see those names on the cover of a real book! Because this was a story that was created years and years ago, when our son Vito was just a preschooler.
As you know, in our house, we are big on storytelling, and my husband and I loved not just reading bedtime stories to our boys, we also made up stories practically every day! Vince, the novelist in this family, especially enjoyed building stories with our boys using toys, imagination, and a lot of heart. And that is how this story about a little robot with a very big dream and a whole lotta love and determination was made!
But... it was a story that only our kids enjoyed. So when Vito needed a way to reach his own dream 10 years later, I figured, "Why not make Pluto a real book and share it with everyone to help make my boy's dream come true?"
And so here it is! And we’re excited to finally share it with you!
Please get this book by Vince and Vito! Here are seven good reasons to get Pluto's Not a Planet:
1. It was made with love (and a lot of imagination)!
So... Check out the pages! Vince and Vito built characters and rocketships out of LEGOs, planets out of molding clay, and all the background scenery with paint. I have happy memories of this time! Why? Because...
2. It celebrates curiosity and big dreams.
Trivia: Did you know that Pluto the planetoid has a heart? And that's one of the inspirations of this book! Check out the red dot on Little Robot - he has a huge heart, just like Pluto! Because he's going to need a lot of love and courage to chase his dream.
The heart of Pluto’s Not a Planet is about curiosity and grit. It's about asking questions, thinking differently, and dreaming boldly—even when others say something isn’t possible. It’s a gentle reminder that curiosity is always worth it!
And that's why...
Pluto's Not a Planet naturally appeals to young mathematicians, scientists, engineers, and builders. But I truly believe it’s just as lovely for children who simply enjoy space, robots, and imaginative stories. And stories about adventure! And never giving up! Which is why...
4. It makes a meaningful gift!
If you’re looking for a gift that’s thoughtful, a little different, and rooted in values like curiosity, perseverance, and creativity, this book is it!
Plus, you and your family will see how...
5. It shows kids that creating something matters!
As my husband loves to say, "In the age of AI, Pluto's Not a Planet is definitely not AI!"
Yep, because this book was created in 2015-2016!
But seriously, this is a story made by a Papa who wanted to show his son that no dream is too big and by a child who had fun making it... and then grew up. And that detail matters. This book quietly tells young kids: what you make today can mean something tomorrow. Their ideas are worth taking seriously.
And that idea can be turned into a money-making venture because...
6. Every book sold helps a child chase a real-life dream.
This is the reason that pushed Pluto’s Not a Planet from a family project to a real book we want to share with everyone! Vito's really good in his academics, especially math and science. He was part of the Philippine delegation at the International STEM Olympiad at The Hague in 2024, where he brought home medals!
And now he's been invited to the Asia Math Engineering Challenge in Malaysia this July. And we need your help to send him there. All the sales of Pluto’s Not a Planet help fund Vito’s participation in AMEC. Buying the book means supporting not just a story, but also a young person stepping into the world with courage and confidence... just like Little Robot! And every copy you buy is you helping Vito take one step closer to his dream. So please buy Pluto's Not a Planet!
And the last reason is...
7. Because you love me—and you want to support a mama who loves her son very much!
Let’s be honest. If none of the reasons above convince you, dear Loyal Reader, this one might! This book exists because of love: a father’s, a child’s, and yes—a mother’s. My love. My belief. My unending support for the dreams of my family.
If you’ve ever rooted for someone else’s child, believed in a young dreamer, or simply wanted to say “I see you” to a fellow Mama doing her best, buying this book is a beautiful way to do that.
Thank you for reading, for cheering us on, and for being part of this journey. We’re so excited to share Pluto’s Not a Planet with you. Please get a copy and help send Vito to Pluto, er, Malaysia!
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