Just Another Perfect Day

Illustrated by Morgan Goble
Hardcover
$18.99 US
On sale Oct 21, 2025 | 40 Pages | 9781774882528

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A family-focused picture book from Instagram design darlings Jillian Harris and Justin Pasutto about an imperfect family and a day of catastrophes that ends on a high note around the dinner table.

Alarm not going off? Check.
Dogs tracking mud into the house? Check.
Spilled coffee? Check.
Wrong lunch, splattered paint, runaway lawn mower? Check, check, CHECK.

Everything that could go wrong does on this no-good day! But even when a dinner fiasco strikes, this family knows how to turn their frowns upside down . . .

This peek inside the daily chaos of Jillian and Justin’s family (two small kids and two large dogs) is a hilarious romp and a heartwarming story of the restorative power of food for every family that has perfect not-perfect days.
© Rachelle Beatty
Jillian Harris is a mother, fiancé, storyteller, TV host, and quintessential busy-bee who pours her heart and soul into every endeavor. She is the Founder and Creative Director of Jillian Harris Design, and she is passionate about love, family, charity, fashion, food, decor and much more.

Jillian’s signature style is both classic and feminine, and her eye for design and decor is enviable. As co-host of HGTV’s Love It Or List It Vancouver, she brings her designs to life by bringing fresh and inspiring refreshes to homes needing love. Her work with local charities like Mamas For Mamas fuels her desire to help those in need and give back to those less fortunate. Her biggest passion is her family, which includes fiancé Justin Pasutto, son Leo, daughter Annie, and dogs Nacho Cilantro and Peaches. View titles by Jillian Harris
JUSTIN PASUTTO is a family man, former pro snowboarder and multi-faceted entrepreneur. When he's not perfecting his golf swing, he enjoys working on his truck and spending time outdoors. He loves good food, timeless apparel and a whole lot more View titles by Justin Pasutto
MORGAN GOBLE is a children’s illustrator based in London, Ontario. She received a bachelor of illustration from Sheridan College in 2019 and has been working freelance ever since. She’s illustrated a variety of middle-grade book covers, including Alice Fleck’s Recipes for Disaster and The Big Sting. View titles by Morgan Goble

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A family-focused picture book from Instagram design darlings Jillian Harris and Justin Pasutto about an imperfect family and a day of catastrophes that ends on a high note around the dinner table.

Alarm not going off? Check.
Dogs tracking mud into the house? Check.
Spilled coffee? Check.
Wrong lunch, splattered paint, runaway lawn mower? Check, check, CHECK.

Everything that could go wrong does on this no-good day! But even when a dinner fiasco strikes, this family knows how to turn their frowns upside down . . .

This peek inside the daily chaos of Jillian and Justin’s family (two small kids and two large dogs) is a hilarious romp and a heartwarming story of the restorative power of food for every family that has perfect not-perfect days.

Author

© Rachelle Beatty
Jillian Harris is a mother, fiancé, storyteller, TV host, and quintessential busy-bee who pours her heart and soul into every endeavor. She is the Founder and Creative Director of Jillian Harris Design, and she is passionate about love, family, charity, fashion, food, decor and much more.

Jillian’s signature style is both classic and feminine, and her eye for design and decor is enviable. As co-host of HGTV’s Love It Or List It Vancouver, she brings her designs to life by bringing fresh and inspiring refreshes to homes needing love. Her work with local charities like Mamas For Mamas fuels her desire to help those in need and give back to those less fortunate. Her biggest passion is her family, which includes fiancé Justin Pasutto, son Leo, daughter Annie, and dogs Nacho Cilantro and Peaches. View titles by Jillian Harris
JUSTIN PASUTTO is a family man, former pro snowboarder and multi-faceted entrepreneur. When he's not perfecting his golf swing, he enjoys working on his truck and spending time outdoors. He loves good food, timeless apparel and a whole lot more View titles by Justin Pasutto
MORGAN GOBLE is a children’s illustrator based in London, Ontario. She received a bachelor of illustration from Sheridan College in 2019 and has been working freelance ever since. She’s illustrated a variety of middle-grade book covers, including Alice Fleck’s Recipes for Disaster and The Big Sting. View titles by Morgan Goble

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