The Big Mess, Justin Whitmel Earley
The Big Mess, Justin Whitmel Earley
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The Big Mess
A Deliciously Funny Story of Siblings Learning to Get Along

Author: Justin Whitmel Earley

Narrator: Justin Whitmel Earley

Unabridged: 10 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Zonderkidz

Published: 05/06/2025

Synopsis

Read by the author. Welcome to the world of The Big Mess! This adventure-filled book from bestselling author Justin Whitmel Earley, Habits of the Household, is packed with humor, chaos, and of course, a big mess! This heartwarming and relatable story about two siblings who must learn to get along reminds readers that, no matter how messy, life is better when shared with the ones you love.Follow along as big brother Mouse tries to bake the perfect dessert, only to be interrupted by his energetic yet clumsy, baby brother Moose. No matter how Mouse tries to avoid it, catastrophe strikes whenever Moose comes near, and every “perfect” dessert gets destroyed! Can Mouse learn how to navigate his relationship with his baby brother and come to appreciate Moose’s uniqueness and spirit?The Big Mess is:Filled with humor and lots of loveA lesson in giving grace and being patient with one anotherThe perfect family read-aloud for bedtime or anytimeA helpful story for navigating sibling relationships and learning to enjoy and get along with others despite their differences Written in engaging and fun rhyme.

About Justin Whitmel Earley

Justin Whitmel Earley is a writer, speaker, and lawyer. He is the author of The Common Rule, Habits of the Household, and Made for People, though he spends most days running his business law practice. Through his writing and speaking, Justin empowers God’s people to thrive through life-giving habits that form them in the love of God and neighbor. He continually explores both how physical habits are more spiritual than we think and how spiritual habits are more physical than we think. He lives with his wife and four boys in Richmond, Virginia, spends a lot of time around fires and porches with friends, and is a part-owner of a local gym. You can follow him online at justinwhitmelearley.com.

About Janna Mattia

Janna Mattia is an illustrator from California who has a love for the natural world. She works primarily in traditional media, but feels just as at home working digitally. With a touch of nostalgia for the old classics and a spark of newness, Janna is devoted to creating memorable stories through high quality art. Her favorite mediums are watercolor and pencil. When not drawing, Janna can be found practicing guitar, hanging out with Mozart (a dog), or learning chess.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Therearenobadbooks on May 01, 2025

My two favorite things about this bookm No. Three. One, the big brother makes an effort to include the younger, Two flying banana splits, three... the artwork.......more

Goodreads review by Donna on December 30, 2024

My review will be live on my blog - donnasbookblog on 6 May 2025 - publication day! I thought that this was a fun story about siblings. As the story tells, sometimes they get along, sometimes not so much - the book focusses on a mouse and his younger brother, who is a little bit cheeky (according to m......more

Goodreads review by Panda on March 03, 2025

This is a cute, fantastical story about an older sibling whose younger sibling constantly messes up his projects, and who learns how to adapt to his younger sibling's strengths so that they can work together. The story is silly and imaginative, and the illustrations are charming. The story itself do......more

Goodreads review by Brianna on April 25, 2025

This book is cute and entertaining. I enjoyed 95% of the rhymes (nuts and coconut seemed a bit forced). My four year old requested this book at nap time and bed time every day for over a week. He especially loved the helicopter with the sprinkles and the airplane scarf. Desserts and messes and const......more

Goodreads review by Liz (this_scorpioreads) on March 19, 2025

4 ⭐️ What a lovely little book- perfect for young readers who are being read to still. My little boy age 5 loved the easy rhyming and lyrical lilt to the words, easily getting caught up in the story. A tale about Mouse and his brother Moose who is always messing up Mouse’s creations - but with the un......more

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