The Birds and the Bs

The Birds and the Bs series, written by Jonathan Stoll and illustrated by various illustrators, brings to life a collection of modern folktales infused with ancient wisdom.

The enchanting stories explore profound themes of Becoming, Believing, Belonging, and Being Love. Designed to resonate with readers of all ages, each tale introduces a spiritual philosophy and ignites conversations about the essence of what it means to Be.

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Your preorder helps bring this series of modern fables to life and supports the broader mission of sparking reflection, connection, and spiritual exploration.

You’re welcome to preorder as many books from the series as you’d like — orders will be fulfilled as each book is published. The debut title is already written, in the process of being illustrated, and is expected to be released by mid-2026.

  • Bacteria and Butterfly - Become

    Publish Date: May 2026
    Overview: Butterfly, guided by Bacteria, learns the Taoist principle of Wu Wei, embracing continual change and self-discovery. As she faces the loss of Baba, she explores themes of decay, renewal, and the transformative cycles of life.

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  • Bee and Buckwheat - Be Love

    Publish Date: 2027
    Overview: Buckwheat introduces Bee to Bhakti Yoga, teaching her the essence of devotion. As Bee learns to transform her labor into an act of love, she discovers the joy and fulfillment in serving with love, finding balance between busyness and being.

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  • Badger and Banyan - Believe

    Publish Date: 2027
    Overview: Banyan Tree introduces Badger to the Quaker principle of the Inner Light, teaching him the power of faith. As Badger navigates his doubts and loneliness, a new perspective unfolds through faith and trust.

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  • Beaver and Brook - Be Still

    Publish Date: 2028
    Overview: As Beaver builds a dam, he teaches Brook the Zen Buddhist practice of Shikantaza, showing her the value of not rushing forward, but "just sitting" and being fully present to te deeper currents of life.

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  • Baby Bear and Blizzard - Be Brave

    Publish Date: 2028
    Overview: Baby Blizzard is lost and must find their way home. Blizzard introduces Baby Bear to the Old Norse concept of Hugrekki, teaching him the true essence of courage - that bravery is not the absence of fear but the strength to move forward despite it.

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