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Detective SamMEDIA LLC
An interactive Christian cartoon • In development

Detective Samand the Bible
Time Travelers

Adventure awaits. Faith leads the way.

An interactive Christian animated series for ages 4–8, part of a children’s brand spanning books, educational resources, and family activities.

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About the animated series

Detective Sam and the Bible Time Travelers is an interactive Christian cartoon in development where children become “Little Detectives”—solving clues, exploring Bible stories, and discovering kindness, courage, and faith along the way.

Created by Gail Morin · Detective Sam Media LLC
First season written · Seeking animation, production, financing, distribution, and licensing partners.

Detective Sam with Emma, Tommy, Linda, and Landon under a glowing Christmas star
FAITH • FAMILY • DISCOVERYFETCH YOU LATER!
AudienceAges 4–8 & families
Story worldInteractive Bible adventures
CreatorAuthor & educator Gail Morin
Project stageIn development · Animatic
The heart of the series

Big Bible adventures.
Little detectives.
Meaningful discoveries.

What if a clue could lead your family into a Bible story? Detective Sam joins Emma, Tommy, and their parents on imaginative time-travel adventures that invite children to look closely, think along, and take part.

Young viewers become “Little Detectives,” following clues and pausing to answer questions. Each journey connects the wonder of discovery with everyday lessons about kindness, courage, forgiveness, and trusting God.

A playful mystery opens the door. A meaningful lesson comes home.

Faith at the center

Bible stories introduce timeless values through a child-friendly adventure.

Participation with purpose

Clues, questions, and “Little Detectives” moments invite children into the story.

A family that belongs together

Emma, Tommy, Linda, and Landon share the discoveries, with Sam leading the way.

A promising next chapter

A big step forward.
More adventures ahead!

Detective Sam’s journey has already reached an exciting milestone: an earlier submission advanced through Angel Guild, followed by a non-binding letter of intent from Angel Studios in June 2026.

Now Gail is looking for creative production partners and thoughtful investment conversations to help shape the next chapter of this faith-filled adventure for children ages 4–8.

Be part of the next chapter ↗

Angel Guild advancement

An earlier Detective Sam submission met the advancement threshold.

Letter of intent received

Angel Studios expressed conditional interest through a non-binding LOI.

These milestones concern the earlier submission. The current series remains in development; further review and a definitive agreement would be needed for a distribution deal.

See the story take shape

Watch the animatic.

Follow the clues, meet the little detectives, and see a Bible adventure come to life in this development preview.

Development preview: an animatic illustrates story, timing, and staging. It is not a final animation sample. Playback begins at 1:42, matching the supplied video link.

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Meet the time travelers

A familiar family.
Extraordinary journeys.

Characters built around curiosity, connection, and shared discovery.

01 / THE DETECTIVE

Detective Sam

A lovable dog with a nose for clues. Sam speaks within the Bible-story adventures, guiding the family and inviting viewers to help solve the mystery.

02 / THE LITTLE DETECTIVES

Emma & Tommy

Curious siblings who bring their questions and ideas into every journey. Emma uses a wheelchair and takes an active role in the family’s discoveries.

03 / THE FAMILY

Linda & Landon

Mom and Dad join the adventure, encouraging thoughtful questions and helping the children connect what they discover with everyday life.

A Detective Sam Christmas storybook

Detective Sam and the Bible Time Travelers:
The Christmas Star Mystery

By Gail Morin · Paperback (perfect bound)
ISBN: 9798182957021

Available now through Ingram wholesale.
Bookstores, churches, schools, and libraries: find this title’s ISBN and wholesale ordering details in the ordering package below. Titles are managed through IngramSpark.
Contact Gail about ordering ↗Download wholesale ordering package ↓

View the wholesale ISBN ordering guide (PDF) ↓

Christian Bible learning · Free samples

Little detectives.
Big discoveries in faith.

Full Bible course coming to IngramSpark March 2027

Explore Detective Sam’s Bible Adventures, a new course collection by Gail Pickett Morin for preschool and elementary children. Try four free samples today, with separate teacher and homeschool resources to guide the learning.

Designed for churches, Sunday schools, Christian schools, Christian preschools, and Christian homeschool families. Discover mercy, responsibility, and everyday kindness through Bible passages, questions, and hands-on activities.

Cover of Detective Sam's Little Detectives: The Kindness Clue
STUDENT SAMPLE · 5 PAGES

Detective Sam’s Little Detectives:
The Kindness Clue

A gentle Good Samaritan lesson with caring choices, drawing, and a family kindness mission. Adult-led, ages 3-5.

Coming to IngramSpark March 2027.

Download free PDF
Cover of Detective Sam's Little Detectives: Leader's Field Guide
TEACHER RESOURCE · 5 PAGES

Detective Sam’s Little Detectives:
Leader's Field Guide

A ready-to-use preschool lesson plan, read-aloud prompts, activity answers, adaptations, and a family note.

Coming to IngramSpark March 2027.

Download free PDF
Cover of Detective Sam's Bible Explorers: Three Missions of Faith
STUDENT SAMPLE · 10 PAGES

Detective Sam’s Bible Explorers:
Three Missions of Faith

Three Bible missions about mercy, making things right, and good works, with activities and reflection. Grades K-5.

Coming to IngramSpark March 2027.

Download free PDF
Cover of Detective Sam's Bible Explorers: Teaching the Three Missions
TEACHER RESOURCE · 10 PAGES

Detective Sam’s Bible Explorers:
Teaching the Three Missions

Three session plans with passage guidance, answers, age adaptations, informal learning checks, and a family letter.

Coming to IngramSpark March 2027.

Download free PDF

Free PDFs, no signup required. Page counts include covers. Print for your family or one classroom/church group; please share this page rather than re-uploading the files. These are pilot samples; the expanded course is in development for release through IngramSpark in March 2027. Detective Sam is a fictional learning guide, separate from the biblical stories. The teacher guides explain the passages, activities, and age adaptations.

Gail Morin, creator of Detective Sam
Gail Morin · Creator, author & former educator
The storyteller behind Sam

An educator’s heart.
A creator’s imagination.

Gail Morin is an author and former teacher with experience in Catholic schools, public schools, and early childhood education. Her work brings together her Christian faith, her love of storytelling, and her commitment to helping children learn.

Her creative journey began with The Magical Adventures of Detective Sam. That world grew into Detective Sam and the Bible Time Travelers, an animated series concept that combines biblical storytelling, moral choices, and interactive discovery.

Through Detective Sam Media LLC, Gail is developing stories that invite children to embrace kindness, courage, forgiveness, and curiosity while exploring truths from God’s Word.

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The book that introduced Detective Sam

What Readers Are Saying

Selected five-star Amazon reviews of The Magical Adventures of Detective Sam. These excerpts refer to the original storybook.

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New reader submissions appear only after Gail’s approval.

Tools for Life

“The author provides kids with tools they can use to protect themselves from being bullied.”
KarenAmazon reader · January 29, 2023

Fun and informative approach to dealing with Bullying!

“I liked the easy to follow comic-book style of the story”
Theo W. LovettAmazon reader · February 2, 2023

Teaches kids correct ways to handle bullies!

“Adorable read! Great use of creative imagery for children and the illustrations are bright and colorful.”
MelissaAmazon reader · January 28, 2023

great lesson for kids

“Overall, great read along with the graphics, 10/10 for any child who is in elementary school.”
LeahAmazon reader · January 28, 2023

Great book, kept children's attention!

“However, this book held his attention with the adventure and fun within! Highly recommend!”
hanna loweryAmazon reader · January 28, 2023

Super Cute Read!

“My daughters loved the bright colors on every page and the message to avoid being bullied.”
NicoleAmazon reader · January 29, 2023
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The Magical Adventures of Detective Sam

“The Magical Adventures of Detective Sam is a must-read for children seeking an exciting and engaging story.”
stevieAmazon reader · January 28, 2023

Great kids book with a great lesson to learn!

“Detective Sam is a true hero in this story!”
Kenika PeachAmazon reader · January 29, 2023

A sweet story with a serious centre.

“Easy enough for little minds to understand, with enough adventure to keep older children entertained”
szchaseAmazon reader · January 28, 2023

Fun and engaging

“A fun and engaging premise, this book is perfect for a child!”
JAmazon reader · January 27, 2023

A cute story about how to handle bullying!

“As a parent, I found it to be a valuable resource for teaching children about how to handle bullying.”
BetaOp9Amazon reader · January 29, 2023

Such an adorable way to approach a negative subject.

“I love how Sam made sure Diego had the tools and know-how but made sure Diego fought the battle himself.”
raymartAmazon reader · January 30, 2023

Selected positive excerpts from Amazon reviews dated January–February 2023, reproduced from screenshots supplied by Gail Morin with permission. Individual ratings are shown; this is not the book’s overall rating. Excerpts are shortened without changing the reviewers’ wording.

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GCU alumni spotlight featuring Gail Pickett, known professionally as Gail Morin, Class of 2018, Education graduate and creator of Detective Sam
From educator to storyteller

Gail’s GCU
Alumni Spotlight

Meet the educator behind Detective Sam. This alumni profile features Gail Pickett, known professionally as Gail Morin, a Grand Canyon University Class of 2018 education graduate.

The spotlight shares Gail’s passion for education, faith, storytelling, and community service through Detective Sam and her foundation.

Download alumni spotlight ↓Find it in the press kit ↗
Conversations, interviews & coverage

Media & Press

Explore Gail’s media appearances and the journey of bringing Detective Sam to young audiences. Gail is available for interviews, podcasts, and conversations about faith, education, and interactive storytelling.

Gail Morin, author and former educator
Gail Morin · Detective Sam Media LLC
For podcast hosts, producers & interviewers

Radio & Podcast
Interview Kit

A conversation about children’s stories, kindness, and the journey from classroom to creator.

Gail Morin is an author and former teacher with experience in Catholic schools, public schools, and early childhood education. Her Detective Sam children’s stories open conversations about kindness, courage, bullying, and thoughtful choices. Through Detective Sam Media LLC, she is also developing Detective Sam and the Bible Time Travelers, an interactive Christian animated series concept.

Download FREE Podcast Interview Kit · PDF ↓Book Gail for an Interview

Free PDF. No signup required. Read the kit below or download a copy for your show notes.

Choose a conversation

Four interview topics

Tailor the conversation to your audience. Christian topics are optional and separate from the all-school kindness program.

From classroom to children’s author

How Gail’s teaching experience shaped Detective Sam, and how a story can help adults start conversations about courage, empathy, and making choices.

Kindness Heroes for every school

Everyday kindness, responding to bullying, and asking a trusted adult for help. Kindness Heroes is the all-school program; this conversation does not require religious content.

Invite children into the adventure

Using clues, questions, and character choices to invite participation in a story, with practical conversation starters for parents, educators, and young readers.

Optional Christian topic
Bible stories through discovery

Gail’s vision for the Christian Bible Time Travelers series in development and the separate Bible Adventures learning materials for families and faith-based settings.

A starting point for your episode

Six sample questions

Use these as a starting point, then follow the conversation that fits your listeners.

  1. What did your years in the classroom teach you about the stories children need?
  2. How did Detective Sam grow from an idea into a children’s story?
  3. How can a parent or teacher use a story to start a conversation about bullying?
  4. What does being a Kindness Hero look like in an ordinary school day?
  5. How do clues and character choices invite children to participate in a story?
  6. For a Christian audience, what would you like children to explore through Bible Time Travelers and Bible Adventures?
Hear Gail in conversation

Previous interviews

VPM News · Radio interviewDetective Sam takes on bullying ↗Read and listen to Gail’s conversation with Phil Liles.The Veterans Outlook · PodcastGail Morin with Robert Jordan ↗Listen on Apple Podcasts to a conversation about children’s books and Bible Time Travelers.

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Include your name, show or outlet, topic, preferred date, time, and time zone. Requested dates and times are tentative until Gail confirms.

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Ready for your newsroom

Download the press kit.

A nine-page introduction to the series, audience, development status, partnership opportunities, creator biography, interview topics, linked articles and reviews, festival recognition, GCU alumni spotlight, and the Bible Adventures course samples and March 2027 plans.

Download press kit · PDF ↓Download Gail’s headshot ↓Download logo ↓
VPM News · Radio interview

Detective Sam takes on bullying

April 24, 2023 · Updated May 8, 2025. Phil Liles interviews Gail about her storybook and helping children identify and respond to bullying.

Read & listen at VPM ↗
KidlioMag · Author interview

Meet author Gail Morin

March 4, 2023 · Gail shares her teaching background, early writing experiences, and the inspiration behind her children’s books.

Read the author interview ↗
Radio interview

The Word KSLR
San Antonio TX AM 630

A conversation featuring Detective Sam and the Bible Time Travelers.

Profile & interview

Faith, Creativity,
and Purpose

An Influential Women profile and interview about education, faith, creativity, and Detective Sam.

Read the interview ↗
Creator coverage

From the page
to the screen

Coverage of Gail’s animated Bible series demo and her work as a children’s author.

Podcast interview

The Veterans Outlook

February 11, 2026 · A conversation with Robert Jordan about children’s books, interactive learning, and Bible Time Travelers.

Listen to the interview ↗
Education & storytelling

From Classroom
to Angel Studios

Gail’s interview on teaching kids courage through faith.

Homeschool conversation

BardsFM

A homeschooling conversation and interview with Gail Morin.

More articles & book reviews

Explore earlier coverage of Gail’s books and the stories behind Detective Sam.

The Free Lance–Star · Newspaper spotlight

Local Author Spotlight: Gail Morin

December 25, 2021 · A local author spotlight in The Free Lance–Star. Publisher access or a subscription may be required.

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Fredericksburg Parent & Family · Local feature

Take a Bite Out of Cyberbullying

August 30, 2021 · Rhiannon Ellis profiles Gail and her Super Alert Dog book, exploring conversations about online safety and cyberbullying.

Read the local feature ↗
KidlioMag · Book review

The Magical Adventures of Detective Sam

February 21, 2023 · A review of the original storybook and its message about bullying, courage, and confidence.

Read the book review ↗
K. Weikel · Book review

A superhero dog with a lesson to share

January 27, 2023 · A reviewer discusses the story’s concept, colorful artwork, and lessons about standing up for yourself.

Read the review ↗
Explore three earlier Super Alert Dog features · 2021
KidlioMag · Earlier author interview

Meet Gail: the Super Alert Dog beginnings

October 27, 2021 · Gail discusses her first book, her writing journey, and the inspiration behind her characters.

Read the 2021 interview ↗
KidlioMag · Earlier book review

The Adventures of Super Alert Dog

October 25, 2021 · A review of Gail’s earlier children’s book about cyberbullying and online kindness.

Read the earlier review ↗
Sapphyria’s Books · Book spotlight

The Adventures of Super Alert Dog

December 30, 2021 · A book spotlight introducing the story and its author.

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Archived press releases · Publisher announcements

These are distributed announcements, rather than independently reported articles. Earlier project details and contact links may have changed.

IssueWire · Press release

Detective Sam and the Bible Time Travelers announcement

October 23, 2025 · An archived series announcement distributed as a press release. Development details reflect the announcement date.

Read the archived press release ↗
EIN Presswire · Press release PDF

Super Alert Dog cyberbullying book announcement

October 30, 2021 · An archived publisher announcement introducing Gail’s earlier book and its cyberbullying-awareness focus.

Open the archived release PDF ↗
Creativity with a community heart

Sharing hope.
Making room for joy.

Gail founded the Christmas Angels Foundation in Virginia to bring hope, love, and joy to children and families in need during the holiday season and beyond.

What began with gifts and meals grew into community outreach centered on toys, clothing, food, and essentials. The Foundation’s mission continues through year-round acts of kindness, encouragement, and practical support.

These community photos capture visits and holiday outreach, including appearances by a Batman-costumed visitor.

Ask about volunteering or community partnerships ↗
A child meeting a Batman-costumed visitor during community outreach
A moment of connection from Gail’s community photo collection.
A child and Batman-costumed visitor outdoors
Sharing smiles and encouragement through community visits.
From story time to playtime

Licensing Opportunities

Explore ways to bring Detective Sam’s world of faith, discovery, and kindness into families’ everyday lives.

Books & publishing

Discuss storybooks, coloring and activity books, publishing collaborations, and opportunities to introduce the characters to new readers.

Toys & plush

Imagine Detective Sam plush companions, character toys, and playful products inspired by the series. Connect about development and licensing possibilities.

Products & merchandise

Explore apparel, stationery, gifts, family activities, and other character-inspired products that reflect the spirit of the brand.

Have an idea for Detective Sam? We welcome conversations with publishers, manufacturers, retailers, and licensing partners. Non-exclusive licensing opportunities are open for discussion. Product concepts, specific rights, territories, and terms can be discussed directly with Gail.

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Private project materials

Pitch deck access.

For invited investors, studios, and production partners. Enter the password supplied by Gail to open the pitch deck.

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Creative collaborations

Let’s bring great
ideas together.

Authors, entertainers, educators, studios, and fellow creatives: Gail Morin welcomes your ideas.

Have a creative idea for Detective Sam? Gail welcomes conversations about shared readings, family-friendly appearances, community events, storytelling, and entertainment projects that inspire imagination, kindness, and connection.

Authors & storytellers

Connect about joint readings, author events, guest conversations, and imaginative storytelling projects.

Entertainers & performers

Explore family-friendly appearances, community celebrations, and creative event collaborations.

Studios & creative partners

Share animation, production, educational, or entertainment ideas for the world of Detective Sam.

Share your collaboration idea ↗Request a conversation ↗

Tell Gail about yourself and what you have in mind. Each collaboration is discussed individually.

Let’s build the next chapter

Let’s bring a little
more wonder to the world.

Detective Sam Media LLC welcomes conversations about bringing this faith-based series for children ages 4–8 to the screen.

The next chapter starts here

First season written.
Ready for the right collaborators.

Created for children ages 4–8, Detective Sam’s interactive adventures are moving toward the next stage of development.

What we’re seeking

Animation studios, production partners, investors and financing partners, streamers and distributors, and licensing collaborators.

Next milestone

Secure development and production partners, align the production scope and financing, and advance toward finished episodes.

Distribution & non-exclusive licensing

Gail reports interest from a few streamers in reviewing the project once developed. Conversations remain preliminary; no signed distribution commitment is implied. Non-exclusive opportunities are available to discuss, with specific rights and terms subject to agreement.

Explore the opportunity

Help shape the production journey.

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A conversation can start something special

Let’s find a time to talk.

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From the bookshelf to story time ✦

StoryTime Pup book spotlight

The Magical Adventures of Detective Sam

Explore Gail Morin’s published storytelling through this StoryTime Pup book reading, featuring Detective Sam’s magical kindness adventure.

A reading of Gail’s kindness-themed book, presented separately from Detective Sam and the Bible Time Travelers, the faith-based animated series in development.

Watch the book reading on YouTube ↗
Calling all little detectives! ✦

Detective Sam Fan Club

Free to join! 🐾

A little mail. A big adventure! Join the free Detective Sam Fan Club and bring Detective Sam’s world home with a special fan package for fans and children.

Kind hearts, curious minds, and a love of adventure are always welcome. Fetch you later!

A 5 × 7 photo

A Detective Sam photo to treasure and display.

A letter from Sam

A special letter from your favorite four-legged detective.

A paw print

A playful keepsake from Detective Sam himself.

Ready to join the adventure?

Parents, guardians, and adult fans: email Gail to ask about joining and receiving the fan package, including availability and mailing details.

Children, please ask a parent or guardian to contact Gail for you. Fan club requests are separate from the email mailing list below.

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A little wonder in your inbox ✦

Stay in the adventure.

Join the Detective Sam Media mailing list for series news, behind-the-scenes updates, book announcements, and partnership milestones.

November Kindness Newsletter

Small Acts, Big Kindness. Four simple missions, a five-minute gratitude activity, and free resources to enjoy together.

Download November newsletter · PDF ↓
Read this month’s kindness missions

Hello, kindness detectives! A little curiosity can become a thoughtful choice. This November, join Detective Sam in noticing helpers, including others, and sharing thanks. Our family kindness newsletter is separate from the Christian Bible Time Travelers series.

  1. Week 1: Notice a helper. Look for someone who makes your day easier. Say, draw, or show a thank-you.
  2. Week 2: Include someone. Invite another person to join a game, a conversation, or a shared activity. Offer a role that works for them.
  3. Week 3: Offer a useful helping hand. Ask, “What would help?” Choose a safe task with a grown-up.
  4. Week 4: Share thanks. Make a note, drawing, or spoken message for someone you appreciate.

Try a five-minute gratitude circle: each person may name, draw, write, point to, or gesture toward one thing they appreciate. Passing is welcome. Finish by choosing one kind action to try together.

If someone is being bullied: get help from a trusted adult. Offer a friendly invitation when it is safe, and help the person feel included.

Explore free kindness printables ↗ · Visit the Detective Sam Fun Club ↗

Free to read and download. Share the PDF with your family or classroom.

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Faith. Wonder. Adventure.

A new clue. A meaningful story.
A world of possibility.

Awards & Recognition

Official results for The Magical Adventures of Detective Sam, credited under Gail Pickett.

Festigious · Award

Best Original Story

March 2024 winners · The Magical Adventures of Detective Sam, credited to Gail Pickett. Results published April 6, 2024.

View the official award result ↗
Berlin International Screenwriting Festival · Official selection

Spring 2024 selection

The festival’s official selection list includes The Magical Adventures of Detective Sam by Gail Pickett. This is a selection listing, not an award-win claim.

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Berlin International Screenwriting Festival · Showcase

Screenplay showcase · 2024

The festival’s screenplay showcase includes The Magical Adventures of Detective Sam and a writer profile for Gail Pickett.

Explore the screenplay showcase ↗
Chicago Script Awards · Project listing

The Magical Adventures of Detective Sam

The project is listed under writer Gail Pickett on the festival’s producer showcase. This link is a showcase listing, not a verified award result.

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