One Little Shell

A picture book by Shawn Miller and Melissa Scott Sinclair — forthcoming from Sleeping Bear Press in spring 2028

Chura is a blueberry hermit crab who’s searching for a cozy shell to call home — until she discovers the beach has been picked clean.  

Shawn is a deep-sea diver who collects rare seashells — until he finds Chura living in a plastic bottle cap.

Hana is a 7-year-old Okinawan girl who loves beachcombing with her grandfather — until she meets Shawn and makes a decision that will change Chura’s life.

Based on a true story that has captivated millions of people worldwide, ONE LITTLE SHELL is about loving something with all your heart — and letting it go.

See Shawn’s photographs of hermit crabs who have adapted to live in beach trash and follow his conservation work on Instagram: @maketheswitch4nature

Represented by Jen Newens, Martin-Newens Literary Management