Bumpy Horsey (Written by Ryan E. Yagoda, illustrated by Dan McGeehan) is a tender, imaginative children’s story about a rainbow-colored baby camel born under the Fourth of July fireworks at the Chicago Zoo. Feeling out of place and different from the rest of his camel family, the little one wanders through the zoo until he encounters Clyde and Dale from the carousel. These magical carousel horses invite Bumpy Horsey to work at the zoo with them. When a child sees the unusual camel for the first time, they exclaim, “I want to ride the Bumpy Horsey!” Through new friendships and gentle adventures, Bumpy Horsey learns that being different isn’t a weakness at all; it’s his greatest gift.

About the Illustrator – Dan McGeehan
Dan McGeehan is a versatile artist: actor, director, playwright, and illustrator. His visual work is rooted in strong artistic training, and his illustrations appear in children’s books, national/international publications, and advertising. For Bumpy Horsey, McGeehan brings to life the emotional journey of the baby camel with warmth, color, and playfulness, helping to translate the book’s themes of belonging and self-acceptance into a vivid, visual world.

Learn More about Bumpy Horsey, and order your copy today, at BumpyHorsey.com

Difference is a super power! Dan is represented by Illustration Online LLC.