Official site of children's book author Zelma Forbes Green
Welcome to the whimsical world of Zelma Forbes Green — children's book author of the beloved Mr. Clock Never Waits series and The Rainbow Village. Brave little tales for big imaginations.
Zelma writes the kind of stories she wished she'd read as a child — books that teach little ones to slow down, pay attention, celebrate every color of friendship, and believe that every minute holds a little bit of magic. Each tale is beautifully illustrated, gently funny, and built to be read again and again.
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Ages 4–8A Fun and Engaging Way to Teach Young Readers About Time Management
The original story that started it all! Meet Mr. Clock — a friendly, ticking little hero who teaches young readers that every minute matters. A warm, beautifully illustrated picture book that makes time management fun, gentle, and full of imagination.
ASIN: B0F2TTGLWD
Ages 6–12A Tale of Friendship, Diversity, and Belonging
A heartwarming tale set in a colorful village where every neighbor is wonderfully different — and every difference makes the village stronger. The Rainbow Village celebrates friendship, diversity, and the joy of belonging exactly as you are.
ASIN: B0F31CFF67
Ages 4–8A Time-Ticking Trivia Adventure for Kids
An interactive trivia companion to the Mr. Clock Never Waits! series — packed with playful questions, fun facts, and time-themed challenges. Children build reading, reasoning, and recall skills while spending more tick-tock time with their favorite friend.
ASIN: B0F5P1XM3S
Meet the hero
Tick-tock! He's brave, he's kind, and he's always on the move. Mr. Clock teaches little ones that every minute is a tiny adventure waiting to be lived — and that the best stories happen when we slow down just enough to notice them.
Hello, friends
For the past 8 years I've been writing stories for little hearts, inspired every day by my daughter and my husband. My books grow out of our family's everyday moments — and the little miracles tucked inside ordinary minutes.
Read my storyMy daughter asks for Mr. Clock every single bedtime. The illustrations are pure magic.
The Rainbow Village sparked the kindest classroom conversation we've ever had.
These are the books I wish I had as a child — warm, brave, and beautifully drawn.
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