As a children’s author, I write stories that support emotional growth, confidence, and connection for young readers. Books Shape Lives—through stories that help children feel seen, heard, and understood. Have you ever watched a child struggle to put their feelings into words? Sometimes, the loudest emotions are the hardest to say out loud.That’s one of the reasons I write. I’ve spent a lot of time reflecting on why I write children’s books , and the answer always comes back to one...

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