Batter Up for a Brand-New Gameday Adventure
Baseball Billie Book Series
Marnie Schneider teams up with Sarah Lustgarten to bring baseball to life.
It’s time to step up to the plate!
The Gameday in the USA series is expanding with Baseball Billie & Bunt the Dog, a fresh adventure that celebrates the love of the game and the thrill of discovery. Billie is a true baseball fan who loves exploring new cities just as much as cheering in the stands. Alongside Bunt the Dog, she learns the history, culture, and heart of each destination, then heads to the ballpark to root for the home team.
First up—and second up—are visits to cheer on the New York Yankees and the Philadelphia Phillies.
Stay tuned to learn when the books will be available to order!
New York Yankees - NEW!
Start spreadin’ the news . . . Baseball Billie and Bunt the Dog are in New York! With their friend, Matteo, they set off to explore the city that never sleeps. From the Statue of Liberty to Wall Street and Central Park to Times Square, every stop brings big discoveries and even bigger adventures. Their journey ends under the bright lights of Yankee Stadium™, where the roar of the crowd and the crack of the bat make for the ultimate baseball experience.
Come along with Billie, Bunt, and Matteo as they learn, laugh, and cheer for the Yankees™ in the Big Apple!
Authors: Marnie Schneider and Sarah Lustgarten
Price: $19.95
Philadelphia Phillies - New!
Baseball Billie and Bunt the Dog, along with their friend, Benjamin, explore the historic city of Philadelphia. There, they visit the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, and other famous places to learn everything they can before watching the Philadelphia Phillies™ play at Citizens Bank Park™.
Come along and cheer for the Phillies™ with Billie, Bunt, and Benjamin in the City of Brotherly Love!
Authors: Marnie Schneider and Sarah Lustgarten
Price: $19.95
About the Authors
Marnie Schneider
A Pennsylvania native and proud Penn State graduate (WE ARE!), Marnie Schneider’s life has always revolved around sports and giving back.
Her grandfather, Leonard Tose, owned the Philadelphia Eagles and was a founder of the Ronald McDonald House Charities. From him and her mother, Susan Tose Spencer—who made history as the first female GM, VP, and legal counsel of an NFL team—Marnie learned the importance of family, sports, and charity.
As the author of the Baseball Billie and Bunt the Dog: Gameday in the USA series, Marnie brings the spirit of baseball and community to young readers across the nation. She’s passionate about getting kids excited about reading and playing, while honoring the many great Baseball cities in the U.S.
Marnie’s dedication extends beyond her professional life. She is a devoted mother to her three children and three dogs, and was the primary caregiver for her mom, whose valiant battle with dementia ended in March 2025.
Sarah Lustgarten
Born and raised in Philadelphia, Sarah Lustgarten has always been inspired by the energy, pride, and passion of her city—especially its sports fans, who are truly one of a kind.
Her grandfather, Norman Braman, former owner of the Philadelphia Eagles, and her mother, Suzi Braman-Lustgarten, former vice president of the Eagles, have instilled in her the importance of giving back and staying rooted in her community—values she carries into her writing.
Sarah has always known she was a writer. She recently earned her Master of Liberal Arts from Harvard University, with a concentration in creative writing and literature, further strengthening her belief that stories have the power to connect us. She is passionate about inspiring a love of reading at every age and encouraging curiosity, creativity, and a lifelong commitment to learning.