By Author, Jaz Hoy
Veronica's Very Important Scratch
“Absolutely riveting!” - My Kids
Meet Veronica. She’s a cow who thinks differently.
High in the Austrian Alps lives Veronica, a Swiss Brown cow with a curious mind and a talent for solving problems in unexpected ways.
When Veronica discovers an old broom with two very different ends, she realises something important: sometimes the smartest solution isn’t about trying harder — it’s about noticing what’s already there.
Veronica and the Clever Broom is a gentle, funny picture book inspired by a real scientific discovery. It celebrates curiosity, quiet confidence, and the joy of figuring things out your own way.
Perfect for children aged 4–7 — and for parents who love stories with heart, humour, and meaning.
My Story
Hello! I’m Jaz.
I write stories about animals who think, wonder, and solve problems in surprising ways.
I have lived in lots of different countries, played drums in a band, and I love animals more than just about anything. If I had ten acres and a thousand animals, I would be very happy (even if it was a bit noisy).
I wrote Veronica’s story because I love animals who surprise us — and because sometimes the best ideas come from wanting to fix a small problem, like an itchy scratch.
I hope Veronica’s story makes you laugh, think, and try your own clever ideas.
Brooklyn Simmons
Author
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Upcoming Readings & Events
Jun 22nd
Divi Bookstore
San Francisco, CA @ 6:30pm
Live Reading
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Jun 22nd
Monarch Books
Los Angeles, CA @ 7:15pm
Book Signing
Aug 31st
Bloom Binding
Brooklyn, NY @ 6pm
Live Reading
Brooklyn Simmons
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