The following excerpts are from a prepared statement by Salt & Pepper Books owner Christine Myskowski:

"On Saturday, Aug. 20, 1-4 p.m., local author Rachel Goad will be at Salt & Pepper Books to sign copies of her new children’s book, 'Joshua Jenkins and the Cookie Jar Conundrum.' For more information on the event and for a Google preview of the book, please visit our website. This event is free and open to the public.

When Joshua Jenkins finds himself alone in the kitchen, he is determined to seize the cookie jar before his parents get back! There’s only one problem— the cookie jar is out of reach! Will Joshua solve this conundrum in time? Or will it prove to be too difficult for the mischievous third-grader? Join Joshua on his challenging quest in Joshua Jenkins and the Cookie Jar Conundrum.

If you would like more information about this topic, please call 703-491-4411 or send an email to christine@saltandpepperbooks.com."