What began as a legacy for my own family is now an invitation to yours.
Inspired by my daughter and created for her, these stories were born from a deep desire to share the universal concepts I wish I'd known earlier-ideas that gently remind us that our happiness, worth, and inner strength don't need to be earned or defined by others. They begin from within.
As I began sharing these insights with Averie, I realized something was missing. While many books focus solely on practical behaviors, I craved a narrative that would plant seeds of emotional awareness, inner resilience, and empowerment-ideas that have shaped my own life and can resonate with children as early as age one.
I set out to write the book I couldn't find, and now it's blossoming into a series. These thoughtfully crafted stories entertain while inviting quiet reflection. They meet children exactly where they are and offer adults a chance to slow down, listen inward, and grow alongside them. Through this lens, we nurture a generation that feels steady, whole, and capable of facing life's uncertainty with calm, objective presence.
Inside, you'll meet:
• The Grumbles - Sneaky, misunderstood mischief-makers who whisper self-doubt and chase glittery distractions. With mindfulness and kindness, they can be soothed.
• The People of Ah-Tumble - Colorful and curious souls, always chasing joy yet often brushing aside big feelings. Averie helps them remember what truly matters.
• Averie - A gentle, grounded guide who shows us that we need not run from our thoughts or feelings. With presence and practice, we learn to meet them with awareness-discovering that our worth and resilience have always resided within us.
These stories are an invitation to both children and adults-a call to explore, reflect, and grow together in compassion, curiosity, and connection. Let the journey begin.
