From Books to Games: A New Creative Journey for Hongleebooks

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Hongleebooks Game Journey From Books to Games: A New Creative Journey We began with stories on the page. Now, we are taking those stories into small, playful worlds that people can move, touch, and experience. Hello, this is Hongleebooks . Until now, Hongleebooks has mainly focused on books, stories, picture books, and educational content. We have always believed that a small idea can become a meaningful story, and that even a simple character can stay in someone’s memory. Recently, we have begun exploring a new creative path. Games. A book tells a story through words and images. A game allows the player to move, choose, fail, try again, and experience the story in their own way. To us, games are not separate from storytelling. They are another form of it. A ga...

Secretly from Mom:The Ice Cream Heist

 

『Secretly from Mom: The Ice Cream Heist』

🍨 When the world is quiet and dreams begin to bloom,
a little boy tiptoes into the night, chasing one last sweet wish.

πŸŒ™ Between sleepy shadows and silent footsteps,
Henry embarks on a daring adventure—fueled by curiosity, courage, and a love for ice cream.

In this interactive tale where choices matter,
every page invites young readers to wonder: “What would *I* do?”

Title Secretly from Mom:The Ice Cream Heist
Author Honglee Cha
Category Series
Age Range 3–8 years
Pages 58 pages
Size 6 x 9 inches
Published October 13, 2024
Price $ 4.99 (Kindle eBook)
$11.99 (Paperback)
*Prices may vary depending on store and format.*

One quiet night. One irresistible craving—
and a little boy ready to risk it all for a scoop of ice cream.

Meet Henry, a curious adventurer with a sweet tooth and a big imagination. When bedtime silence falls, he sets out on a secret mission past creaky floors and a sleeping mom, driven by the simple dream of just one more taste of cold, creamy joy.

Along the way, young readers will face choices—will Henry hide in the shadows, or dash across the hallway? Will he open the fridge… or turn back now? Every decision leads to new surprises and unexpected twists.

Through suspenseful storytelling and playful illustrations, this book turns a relatable childhood moment into an unforgettable journey— one that celebrates courage, decision-making, and the thrill of adventure.

A deliciously fun tale for every child who’s ever tiptoed toward temptation,
and for every parent who’s smiled at the sound of tiny feet in the night.

πŸ“š What Makes This Story So Special

  • 🍦 A suspenseful and funny adventure about a child’s late-night ice cream mission—told with heart and humor
  • πŸ›️ Interactive storytelling lets kids choose Henry’s next move, turning readers into decision-makers
  • πŸ‘£ Captures a relatable childhood moment—sneaking around the house—with surprising twists and cozy tension
  • 🎨 Includes playful, expressive illustrations that make each scene come alive in a cinematic, Pixar-like style
  • πŸ’¬ Perfect for shared reading—parents and kids will laugh, guess, and cheer together with every page

🎯 Who This Book Is For

  • πŸ‘¦ Curious kids ages 4 to 8 who love making choices and imagining what happens next
  • πŸ‘¨‍πŸ‘©‍πŸ‘§ Parents looking for interactive, laugh-out-loud bedtime stories to enjoy together
  • πŸ“š Teachers and librarians seeking fun read-alouds that spark discussion and decision-making
  • 🎁 Gift-givers who want a charming, clever book full of humor, heart, and just the right amount of mischief

πŸ–Ό️ A Peek Inside the Book

Take a look at the charming illustrations that bring the story to life.

Too good to forget

Too good to forget.
That one bite at lunch… so sweet, so cold—
it lingers in Henry’s mind like a dream.

Can't sleep thinking about it

Can’t sleep thinking about it.
Lights off, tucked in…
but that craving won’t go away.

The guardian of the living room

The guardian of the living room.
Mom sits calmly in front of the TV.
But Henry’s mission has just begun...

πŸ› ️ Behind the Story

This time, we tried something different. Secretly from Mom: The Ice Cream Heist isn’t just a story you read— it’s a story you control.

Children get to make decisions right alongside Henry, guiding him through a deliciously sneaky mission
where every choice leads to a different twist… and maybe even a different ending.

We wanted kids to feel like this could really happen—
a simple, everyday moment turned into an exciting mini adventure.

So, what will you choose?

Can you help Henry reach the ice cream without getting caught?

πŸ›️ Get Your Copy on Amazon

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