The Mermaid, The Pelican, and The Lighthouse

A heartwarming seaside adventure about friendship, community, and remembering that everyone has something to give.

Marina the Mermaid and Percy the Pelican know the old Lighthouse well. For generations, it stood watch over the coast, its bright light helping sailors find their way.

But now, the Lighthouse is dark.

Its light no longer shines, its familiar stripes are gone, and the old Lighthouse wonders if anyone needs it anymore.

Marina and Percy are determined to help. Together, they set off along the coast to learn more, asking their Texas Gulf Coast friends what they remember. Each has a story to share about the Lighthouse and the coast they all call home.

But Marina and Percy are only one mermaid and one pelican. What can two small friends possibly do for something as big as a lighthouse?

Can Marina and Percy find a way to help their old friend—and show the Lighthouse that its story may not be finished yet?

The Mermaid, the Pelican, and the Lighthouse is a beautiful picture book filled with friendship, gentle adventure, Texas Gulf Coast creatures, and the magic that happens when we care for the places and friends that have cared for us.

Inspired by Galveston Island and the surrounding Texas Gulf Coast, this whimsical story weaves real coastal history and wildlife into Marina and Percy’s seaside world.

Perfect for ages 4–8 and young readers who love:

Mermaids, pelicans, and Gulf Coast wildlife
Lighthouses and seaside adventures
Stories about friendship, community, and helping others
Rich, imaginative illustrations
Coastal places, local history, and a touch of magic