A New Children's Book from Gloria Reyes

Cover of the book The Joyfull Pumpkin by Author Gloria Reyes

The first book from Gloria Reyes

A heartwarming celebration of the pumpkin’s life.  She reminds us to cherish beauty around us and hold our friends close. For caring never ends and true friends never fade away.

Written by Gloria Reyes, Illustrated by Morgan Smith

What People Are Saying

  • Such a great book! A wonderful pick for fall reading for your kids. Can't wait to see the next project.

    Jillian Lowe

  • A gentle, feel-good book about kindness and belonging that made our whole family smile. Definitely worth buying!

    Alexis Forchette

  • A sweet, easy read that sparked a nice classroom discussion about helping and including everyone.

    Juliana Bonacorsi

Author Gloria Reyes and her new book the Joyful Pumpkin

About the Author

Gloria Reyes returned to education after many years in the business sector. She graduated from Stephen F. Austin University with a Bachelor’s degree in Education. Most recently she has returned to the classroom as a Reading Interventionist, grades 1st – 5th.

Gloria resides in Georgetown, outside of the Austin, Texas area, with her husband John Ball, two dogs, Lou and Rio and a cat named Nips. She has a daughter Tiffany Myles and two grandsons, Curtis Myles III and Jayden. Her passion in teaching is her students and the ability to influence lives through reading. She is grateful to all those who have heard her read her favorite books, and those who have shared her journey in education and the power of reading.

Recent Book Signings / Story Time

  • Gloria Reyes signing Joyful Pumpkin book

    Love My Job

    Book Signing at Heritage Oaks Library

  • Author Gloria Reyes and Lark & Owl customers

    Happy Shoppers

    Book Signing at Lark & Owl

  • Author Gloria Reyes rading the Joyful Pumpkin at Jarrell Public Library

    Story Time

    Reading at the Jarrell Public Library

Gloria Reyes’ new book is about a fiery dog named Rio.

Coming May 2026:
Raging Rio

Get ready for another heartwarming story from author Gloria Reyes.  This time, meet Rio -- a pup with a rough start and a fiery temper.  He's wary of people and other dogs, bouncing from home to home.

But everything changes when he meets his forever family -- and an elderly dog who welcomes him like a lifelong friend.  Rio shows us that even the toughest beginnings can lead to the brightest futures.

Just when things start to look up, a new challenge puts his strength and spirit to the test.

Contact Gloria

Have any thoughts on the book? Want to get in contact for a potential book signing in your area or carrying the book in your store? Let us know! We’d love to hear from you.