Growing up with Borb and Ghostie

Borb is worried-his favorite blanket has disappeared! Without it, bedtime doesn't feel right, and he simply must find it. But with toys scattered everywhere, books piled in corners, and snack crumbs marking a messy trail through the house, searching becomes a challenge of its own.Thankfully, Ghostie is ready for adventure! Together, they follow a playful trail of clues hidden beneath the clutter. Each messy spot they explore becomes part of the mystery, and every step forward means cleaning, sorting, stacking, and discovering what's beneath the chaos.As the mess begins to shrink, something surprising happens-the clues lead straight to a spot they never expected. Borb's beloved blanket wasn't really lost… it was hiding in plain sight the whole time!Through teamwork and tidying, Borb and Ghostie learn that keeping things neat not only makes life easier, but makes finding lost treasures a whole lot faster.Filled with friendship, gentle humor, and helpful life lessons, Borb and Ghostie: The Great Tidy-Up Mystery is perfect for children ages 3–7 and families who want to encourage good habits in a fun, engaging way. The name Captain Cap was born from my bond with my daughter. Wanting to be her constant guide and safe harbor through life's ups and downs, I half-playfully and half-purposefully adopted the persona of "Captain"-a symbol of steady guidance, protection, and security. "Cap" became the affectionate shorthand my daughter used, a name that stayed with us and evolved into my author identity. To her, Captain Cap wasn't just a parent-I was the one steering the ship, keeping her safe, and helping her navigate both the calm and stormy seas of growing up.Captain Cap is a devoted work-from-home dad whom I had spent the past decade raising my daughter with unwavering presence, patience, and heart. From her earliest days, I witnessed her emotional growth first-hand-the frustrations, the bravery, the curiosity, the big feelings, and the little triumphs that shape who children become. These real-life experiences inspired me to create the Growing Up with Borb and Ghostie series, a collection of stories that reflect the social and emotional stages every child encounters and every parent recognizes.The characters Borb and Ghostie originated from the whimsical names my daughter loved during her early imaginative years. What began as simple bedtime characters soon grew into meaningful representations of courage, friendship, and emotional learning-designed to help children understand their feelings and help parents guide important conversations at home.When Captain Cap isn't writing, diving into other passions or hobbies comes naturally: like experimenting in the kitchen, perfecting comforting home meals, and unwinding with a good show while waiting for the next spark of inspiration. Much like these stories, these quiet, everyday moments often lead to the next idea that finds its way into a new book.Rooted in lived experience, inspired by my daughter, and written for families everywhere, Captain Cap's mission is simple: to help children feel seen, supported, and brave-and to help parents feel a little less alone in the beautiful journey of raising them. Growing Up with Ghostie & Borb is a heartwarming picture book series that helps young children (ages 3–7) explore big feelings and life lessons through the adventures of Borb Ghostie - a cheerful cotton - and Ghostie, his gentle ghost friend.Each story teaches valuable social and emotional skills like bravery, kindness, patience, and gratitude in a playful, age-appropriate way. Perfect for bedtime stories, classroom reading, or emotional learning at home.