I have a new video, segment of a song called Out By The Sea. A glimpse into an original song I wrote in 1988. At that time, I had no idea my ancestors lived & worked at Highland Lighthouse… but somehow the sea was already in me. This piece blends music, story & memory. The link is in the comments.

Thank you to everyone who’s welcomed, Journal of Jonwell the Gnome-Bear (and my Small family book) into your home. If you’ve enjoyed either one and have a moment to leave a short Amazon review, it helps more than you know. Grateful for every lantern you light along the way. 🌿🕯 #books #amazonbooks

What readers are saying about Journal of Jonwell the Gnome-Bear ✨ “A quiet, nurturing refuge.” ✨ “A brilliant gift for all ages.” ✨ “A joy to read—fabulous artwork.” Thank you to everyone finding comfort & wonder in Jonwell’s moss-soft world. 🌿💛 Available on Amazon: search “Jonwell the Gnome-Bear.”

I felt like writing. Some new humor for 11/20 on my Kofi page. Please feel free to follow. It's 100% FREE! ko-fi.com/post/Careful...

New writing on my Kofi page. Please click, read and follow. It's 100% FREE! No strings attached. I'd just like to have readers. ko-fi.com/post/Why-Tru...

I found an old song I wrote and recorded in the mid-1980s when I was a teenager, just me and a Tascam 4-track cassette recorder. The audio is raw and imperfect, but full of heart and memory. I paired it with a restored photo from that era. Link in comments. 🎸🌊 #AnalogRecording #1980sMusic

Please follow my writing on Kofi. It's FREE!!! ko-fi.com/post/Were-Fi...

I only plan a couple of bookstore signings each year, and the next is at Tidepool Bookshop, Worcester MA — Tuesday, Nov. 11. Join me for a reading, discussion, and signing of The Small Family Legacy — a 400-year voyage through family, history & light. 🌊📖

The hardcover Journal of Jonwell the Gnome-Bear is worth the wait—premium pages, vivid art! The printing elves are running behind, so order early for Christmas delivery Search “Journal of Jonwell the Gnome-Bear” on Amazon. #JonwellTheGnomeBear #HolidayBooks #GentleLiving #BookLovers #JohnFKSmall

Sometimes “creative order” looks like photo 2… and sometimes like photo 3. 😅 I’ve been organizing, downsizing & letting things breathe — in my workspace - and in my head. Growing my hair and beard a bit too, as if to balance the scales ⚖ Autumn always feels like the season for quiet change. 🍂

It's Halloween!!!! 🧙‍♀️ 🧹 👻 This is my last "Halloween-themed" image with my two published books, 'The Small Family Legacy' and 'Journal of Jonwell the Gnome-Bear' (both available on Amazon). 'Tis the season ... 🎃 Amazon: John F.K. Small: books www.amazon.com/stores/John-...

Since this is Halloween week, I'll be posting a "Halloween-themed" image each day along with my two published books, 'The Small Family Legacy' and 'Journal of Jonwell the Gnome-Bear' (both available on Amazon). 'Tis the season ... 🎃 Amazon: John F.K. Small: books www.amazon.com/stores/John-...

Since this is Halloween week, I'll be posting a "Halloween-themed" image each day along with my two published books, 'The Small Family Legacy' and 'Journal of Jonwell the Gnome-Bear' (both available on Amazon). 'Tis the season ... 🎃 Amazon: John F.K. Small: books www.amazon.com/stores/John-...

A unique mystery with a unique investigator. Inclusive fiction from Paul and Michael. (a unique writing team) #mystery #reading #kindle #paperback

Since this is Halloween week, I'll be posting a "Halloween-themed" image each day along with my two published books, 'The Small Family Legacy' and 'Journal of Jonwell the Gnome-Bear' (both available on Amazon). 'Tis the season ... 🎃 Amazon: John F.K. Small: books www.amazon.com/stores/John-...

My YouTube channel has a new look! Explore art tutorials, gentle living & storytelling: 🎨 Where quiet becomes story, and stillness becomes illustration & song. Subscribe → youtube.com/@JohnSmallmu... #ArtChannel #Illustration #NeurodivergentArtist #GentleLiving #Storytelling #JohnSmallArtist

The video of Francis Small can be seen at the link below., He spent most of his life in Maine, but later, moved to North Truro, MA. (read about Francis & my ancestors in my book, The Small Family Legacy). Click the link below to see it: youtu.be/oMlyiKlFdXM #FrancisSmall #Maine #NorthTruro

There are many videos I post over on YouTube which don't fit the format here. Link to my channel below if you'd like to subscribe (it's free). youtube.com/@johnsmallmu... #JohnSmallArtist #JohnSmallMusic #illustration #songs #storytelling

It was so great joining Dan Watson on stage at Mystic Village gazebo yesterday, just like old times! Dan & I learned to play guitar & sing together years ago. I have many creative projects in the works, music is part of that - more info soon!!! (Touched-up photo) www.facebook.com/share/v/195x...

Maine, 1663 — Francis Small fled into the pines… and watched his home burn to the ground. Video coming to my YouTube channel soon. Based on my book, 'The Small Family Legacy'. www.amazon.com/dp/B0FH2XQLV4 #FrancisSmall #SmallFamily #SmallFamilyLegacy #book #author #JohnFKSmall #Maine

Stories that linger through autumn mist. 📖 From Cape Cod lighthouses to forest lanterns — heritage, reflection & gentle living await. Discover both books by John F.K. Small on Amazon: www.amazon.com/stores/John-... #booktok #books #Lighthouse #ancestry #gnome #bear #GentleLiving #cozyreads

Two autumn reads, each lit by its own lantern of story: The Small Family Legacy (history & heritage) Journal of Jonwell the Gnome-Bear (gentle living & gratitude) 📚 Available on Amazon 🍁 www.amazon.com/stores/John-... #books #ancestry #GentleLiving #JohnFKSmall #author #SmallFamily #gnome #bear

Now available in PAPERBACK and HARDCOVER: Journal of Jonwell the Gnome-Bear — an illustrated collection of gentle, seasonal reflections. A book to slow down with, one page at a time. 🍂 Available on Amazon: www.amazon.com/dp/B0FSXPHNY6 #book #GentleLiving #cozyreads #gratitude #JohnFKSmall

When you’re feeling somber or low, reach for Journal of Jonwell the Gnome-Bear. A cup of tea, a few illustrated pages, and Jonwell’s gentle reflections can ease even the cloudiest of days. ☕🐻 www.amazon.com/dp/B0FSXPHNY6 #book #author #gnome #bear #IllustratedBook #gentleLiving #gratitude

Now available through the Barnes and Noble website, or order at any bookstore. #autism #disabilites #humor www.barnesandnoble.com/s/essays%20a...

Our newest book is on kindle. Essays on trump, Miller and how their madness is impacting those with disabilities. Entertaining, informative and a bit of humor too. (At least we think it's funny.) Please try it. #essays #disabilities #stephenmiller www.amazon.com/Essays-Humor...

Happy October 1st! 🍂👻 Even in October’s shadows, Jonwell the Gnome-Bear has a page to share… Journal of Jonwell the Gnome-Bear is an illustrated seasonal book, where each stand-alone page offers its own reflection and moment of gentle wonder. Now available on Amazon: www.amazon.com/dp/B0FSXPHNY6

Just published: Journal of Jonwell the Gnome-Bear! 🐻 This illustrated book offers gentle reflections for all four seasons. Each page stands alone with art, story, and quiet wisdom. A book to revisit through autumn leaves, winter snow, spring blooms, and summer light. (Link in comments section)

I joined the Long Hill Report to talk about The Small Family Legacy—from Isaac Small & Highland Light to storms, shipwrecks & history. ⚓ Watch on YouTube: youtu.be/jaOs6BdC5q4?... #TheSmallFamilyLegacy #HighlandLighthouse #Massachusetts #NorthTruro #CapeCod #JohnFKSmall #book #author

Need some Fall reads? Check out our books! www.amazon.com/stores/Paul-...

The air feels different in September - cooler, quieter. Thought I’d share a new photo as we settle into the autumn. Grateful for all the kind words & support for my book, The Small Family Legacy, these past two months, excited to share my next book, Journal of Jonwell the Gnome-Bear, next month.

From 1632 to Cape Cod’s Highland Light, The Small Family Legacy tells 400 years of family and New England history. A perfect autumn read with a cup of tea. 🍂📖 (Link in comments) #author #book #capecod #northtruro #isaacsmall #johnfksmall #HighlandLighthouse #Lighthouse #TheSmallFamilyLegacy

🍂 “The Bow of Summer” — a glimpse from my upcoming book, 'Journal of Jonwell the Gnome-Bear'. A quiet farewell to summer. A gentle welcome to fall. Coming this autumn. #JonwellTheGnomeBear #AutumnVibes #book #author #CozyReads #ComingSoon #gnome #bear #JohnFKSmall #JohnSmallArtist

My children's book, The Adventures of Thomas the Lighthouse Mouse, scheduled for release spring 2026. #book #author #childrensbook #mouse #Lighthouse #HighlandLighthouse #NorthTruro #CapeCod #Massachusetts #JohnFKSmall #JohnSmallArtist

If you’d like to follow along with my new book releases & work-in-progress updates, I’d love for you to join my email newsletter. 👉 Sign up here: eepurl.com/hBwQa5 It’s free, and it helps me share stories directly with the people who care most about them. 🌿📖 #MailingList #JohnFKSmall #Books

Thank you Beth McDermott and Wicked Local for this write up on my book, The Small Family Legacy. From lighthouse keeper to radio host: Small family story unfolds share.google/KzntYZZco2c5...

Laying out the pages for my next book. The title is: Journal of Jonwell the Gnome-Bear. To be published autumn 2025. #author #johnsmallartist #gnome #bear #gnomebear #Peaceful #zen #gratitude #johnfksmall

In the midst of rebuilding and expanding my website 🥵 A work-in-progress, please stand by ... JohnSmallArtist.com

Well, I suppose I'm now a "Paperback Writer" ... 🤔 (Also available on Kindle eBook) 😁 'The Small Family Legacy" ~ John F.K. Small #SmallFamily #Smalls #SmallFamilyLegacy #CapeCod #NorthTruro #Massachusetts #Maine #FrancisSmall #isaacsmall #Book #Ancestry #HighlandLighthouse #author #JohnFKSmall

Honored to be featured in the Worcester Guardian today for The Small Family Legacy—a book tracing 400 years of my family's history, from early New England to Cape Cod’s Highland Lighthouse. 📰 Read it here: share.google/IkGga2OkI5Zl... #TheSmallFamilyLegacy #FamilyHistory #CapeCod

Shipment of author copies for my new book arrived today, 'The Small Family Legacy'. #TheSmallFamilyLegacy #SmallFamily #Smalls #IsaacSmall #JohnFKSmall #book #author #CapeCod #Massachusetts #NorthTruro #HighlandLighthouse #Maine #FrancisSmall #FSHT #Limington #Kittery #JohnSmall

On November 15th, 1797, before sunset, Isaac Small climbed the stairs of the wooden lighthouse. As the 1st keeper of Cape Cod’s Highland Light, he lit 15 spider lamps filled with whale oil. ⚓️ If you enjoy stories that connect past & present, my book is now available 📖 www.amazon.com/dp/B0FH2XQLV4

📘 Just published! The Small Family Legacy by John F.K. Small A heartfelt journey of ancestry, light, and self-discovery—tracing 400+ years of Cape Cod history. Order now: www.amazon.com/dp/B0FH2XQLV4 #Memoir #CapeCod #FamilyHistory #NewBook #NorthTruro #highlandlighthouse #SmallFamily #Smalls

📘 Just published! The Small Family Legacy by John F.K. Small A journey through 400 years of my paternal ancestry—Cape Cod history, lighthouse keepers, and self-discovery through neurodivergent eyes. Now on Amazon: 👇 www.amazon.com/dp/B0FH2XQLV4 #book #ancestry #Massachusetts #CapeCod #NorthTruro

I’ve just submitted my new book, "The Small Family Legacy" for review, formatting and content, hopefully it will get approved. If all goes well, it should be available on Amazon within the next few days. Stay tuned! #Massachusetts #capecod #NortTruro #SmallFamily #history #genealogy #book

🌊Digging Into the Past: Highland Lighthouse 📅 Tuesday, July 22 • 4:00 PM 📍 Sturbridge Senior Center Join storyteller John Small, descendant of Isaac Small—1st keeper of Cape Cod’s Highland Lighthouse - history & Small family legacy. John’s upcoming book, The Small Family Legacy Free & open to all

A different way of seeing through the lens of neurodiversity, stillness & gentle living. Observing nature, creating art & slowing down to notice what others miss. 🌿🖋️ youtu.be/zc2r7kqg_uA?... #Neurodivergent #GentleLiving #Nature #Autism

Wrote this song at 23 after reading of a drought where animals died of thirst. Who gives when the world is dry and who flies away? The Crow and the Strawman still rings true. Full song video link in comments section below. Don't forget to Subscribe. 🙏 #folk #songwriter #originalmusic

Wrote this song at 23 after reading of a drought where animals died of thirst. Who gives when the world is dry and who flies away? The Crow and the Strawman still rings true. Full song video: youtu.be/RlcO51nriEM?... Don't forget to Subscribe. 🙏 #folk #songwriter #originalmusic

The Tools, the Assistants & the Artificial Intelligence. In my latest Substack article, I reflect on the role of a.i. as an assistant. I invite you to read, reflect & share your thoughts: substack.com/@johnsmallar... #Creativity #ai #ArtificialIntelligence #Art #JohnSmallArtist