Petit Cheval Jaune

Captivating Children's Books with a Touch of Magic

Step into the enchanting world of PCJ Books, where imaginative stories and captivating illustrations come together to spark joy and inspire young readers.

Illustration of two horses, Leo and Lightning, resting under a tree — representing the gentle, mindful world of PCJ Books.

About Petit Cheval Jaune

About PCJ Books

Petit Cheval Jaune (Little Yellow Horse) was founded to share joyful, inclusive, and beautifully illustrated stories with young readers and families. Inspired by Leo, a golden palomino gelding who loves teatime, PCJ Books celebrates friendship, sharing, and harmony with nature.

As an independent publisher, PCJ creates stories children want to hear again and again—books that bring warmth and meaning to family storytime. Guided by imagination, kindness, and joy, the first release Tea Time for Leo arrives in November 2025, followed by more adventures with Leo, spirited little Lucy, and the curious Daisy Doodle Wildflower Wetfoot.

About Elisabeth Black Vestal

Elisabeth Black Vestal is the founder of Petit Cheval Jaune and the author of Tea Time for Leo. With a background in design, storytelling, and a lifelong love of horses, Elisabeth brings creativity and warmth to each book she creates. Her inspiration comes from her own horse, Leo, a Palomino gelding whose charm and personality have captured the hearts of everyone who meets him. Elisabeth’s stories are rooted in the joy of everyday connections — teatime under a leafy tree, laughter with friends, and the magic of kindness.

Beyond writing, Elisabeth is building PCJ Books as a home for stories that reflect her values: inclusivity, friendship, and harmony with the natural world. She envisions a growing library of children’s titles that bring families closer together and leave young readers feeling happy, inspired, and loved.

Author Elisabeth Black Vestal riding her horse Leo at a show — inspiration behind the mindful children’s stories from PCJ Books.

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Tea Time for Leo

young girl and her horse having tea party

Illustration of Leo the horse and a gray barn cat listening behind the barn as friends share tea — from Tea Time for Leo, a mindful children’s picture book.

Tea Time for Leo introduces young readers to Leo, a charismatic palomino who believes teatime is the best time of day. Beneath a leafy tree in the pasture, Leo and his friends gather to sip, share, and celebrate the joy of being together. With gentle humor and heartwarming illustrations, this debut by Elisabeth Black Vestal invites families to join Leo’s table and discover how friendship can make even the simplest moments feel extraordinary.