the adventures of

THE BRAT BRIGADE

"As the author of The Adventures of the Brat Brigade, I’ve written this series with the heart and soul of every child of service members in mind. Each story is inspired by the unique experiences, challenges, and triumphs of growing up in military families. This series is for all the children who serve alongside their parents, who know the strength it takes to adapt, thrive, and form lasting friendships in the face of constant change. Through these stories, I want to provide a tangible piece of literature where you can feel seen, heard, and respected as a part of the mission. As Brats, we embody resilience, adaptability, and an unbreakable sense of camaraderie, and I hope this series showcases just how proud we should all be to carry that title."
— Kaijah Bell, Founder and Author of The Brat Brigade LLC

Collection One

Tales from the Cradle of Naval Aviation

Meet the Brats

in

Wings Over Pensacola

"Come meet Tommy, Kaia, and Sofia in The Adventures of the Brat Brigade: Wings Over Pensacola! Join these brave friends as they face exciting challenges, adapt to new changes, and discover the power of resilience. Get ready for fun, friendship, and unforgettable adventures!"

Tommy “ Goose” Gardner

    • Age: 12

    • Grade: 7th

    • Place of Birth: Naval Station Norfolk, Virginia

    • Nickname: Goose

    • Flying model planes

    • Playing Soccer

    • Watching air shows

    • Favorite Color: Navy Blue

  • I want to be a Navy Pilot like my Uncle Wes. I dream of flying big planes for the Navy and being part of the Blue Angels someday!

Kaia Sinclair

    • Age: 12

    • Grade: 7th

    • Place of Birth: NAS Lemoore, California

    • Reading history books

    • Helping my friends

    • Running with my dad

    • Favorite Color: Green

  • I want to serve in the military or be a historian. I think it would be amazing to learn more about our history and help people as a soldier.

Sofia de Valle

    • Age: 12

    • Grade: 7th

    • Place of Birth: Naval Base San Diego, California.

    • Drawing

    • Playing with my dog

    • Baking cookies with my mom

    • Favorite Color: Purple

  • I want to be a military dog handler in the Army. I love dogs, and I think working with them to help people would be amazing!

Collection Two

Chronicles of Fort. Novosel

Meet the Brats

in

Echoes of Army Aviation

Come meet Benning, Campbell, and Riley in The Chronicles of Fort Novosel!
Join these three friends as they navigate the skies of challenges, adapt to unexpected twists, and show what it means to have true camaraderie. With each new experience, they'll learn how resilience keeps them flying high no matter what comes their way. Get ready for high-flying adventures, teamwork, and unforgettable moments in the world of military brats!

Benning O’Carson

    • Age: 11

    • Grade: 6th

    • Place of Birth: Fort Benning, Georgia

    • Playing my drum set

    • Basketball (especially with Riley)

    • Favorite color: Blue

  • To be a Helicopter pilot like my mom.

Campbell Pakala

    • Age: 12

    • Grade: 6th

    • Place of Birth: Fort Hood, Texas

    • Cooking with my mom

    • Archery

    • Favorite color: Green

  • A Chef

Riley Johnson

    • Age: 11

    • Grade: 6th

    • Place of Birth: Fort Riley, Kansas

    • Basketball (especially with Benning)

    • Playing video games

    • Favorite color: Red

  • Field doctor in the Army like my Dad.