Is bedtime a struggle? Are your little ones afraid of the dark? Do you really need to get some sleep?? Using humor, "The Monsters No Grownup Sees" uses 'kid science' to explain to children why adults can't see the monsters that the kids know are there and lets them know that THEY have the power to get rid of those monsters themselves...with a sneeze! "The Monsters No Grownup Sees" is a delightful picture book that gives children permission to feel fear while providing them with a secret way to protect themselves from the monsters that scare them when the lights go out. Give your little one the gift of self-confidence while being able to monitor how they are coping. Just listen for the sneezes. The less you hear them, the more comfortable your child has become. Large, bold text and vibrant illustrations make this book a perfect bedtime companion! Get your copy today, and get yourself some sleep! Reviewed by Kid's Picture Book Review May 16, 2026 A Clever Bedtime Story That Turns Fear Into Laughter The Monsters No Grownup Sees is a charming and imaginative bedtime story that turns nighttime fears into something playful, funny, and surprisingly empowering for young readers. Written in lively rhyme, the story follows a child who discovers a secret trick for scaring away the monsters that hide under beds and in dark closets: pretending to sneeze. The book cleverly flips the usual fear of monsters on its head by giving children a sense of control over the unknown. Instead of relying on grownups for reassurance, the narrator shares a comforting "secret" that feels both silly and believable through a child's eyes. The rhyming text flows naturally and makes the story perfect for reading aloud at bedtime, while the gentle humor keeps the spooky moments light rather than frightening. What makes this story especially memorable is its warm sense of imagination. The idea that monsters are terrified of sneezes is exactly the kind of logic children love, playful, creative, and comforting all at once. The illustrations, with their nostalgic comic-looking charm reminiscent of classic Peanuts cartoons and Little Miss books, add even more personality to the story and give it a cozy, old-school bedtime feel. Sweet, inventive, and reassuring, The Monsters No Grownup Sees is a delightful read for children who sometimes get nervous at night. It transforms bedtime fears into giggles and leaves readers with a simple message: even the scariest monsters may not be as brave as they seem. Jennifer Iacono is a Canadian author who is coming into her own and showing that at 55, she is still forging new paths and taking on new challenges with zeal.Jennifer wrote the manuscript for "The Monsters No Grownup Sees" over 25 years ago for her daughter to help her deal with her bedtime fears. Ironically, Jennifer's own fears and anxiety kept her from completing her book until this year.With the support and encouragement of family and friends, Jennifer completed illustrating and published her book in 2025.