The Not-Forever Feeling - Amber Justis

Bubbles loves words. He practices them, feels them, and lines them up just right.

So, when his class chooses him to represent them in the spelling bee, he wants to make them proud.

But under the bright lights, with everyone watching, something doesn't feel the same.

The word is simple.

He knows it.

But the sound won't come.

Suddenly, everything feels too big-and Bubbles feels very small.

In this tender and deeply relatable story inspired by Bubbles the Blind Beagle, readers walk alongside a moment many know but few talk about-the feeling of getting stuck, of wanting to disappear, and of wondering if you've let everyone down.

With gentle reassurance and the quiet presence of Nugget, Bubbles discovers something important: even the hardest feelings are not forever-and sometimes, the bravest thing you can do is stay.

Perfect for classrooms, counselors, and families, The Not-Forever Feeling offers a compassionate way to explore embarrassment, resilience, and the power of simply being there for someone when they need it most.