Finding Courage and Comfort in Heartfelt Reads

There’s a kind of magic in certain books—the kind that doesn’t shout, but whispers straight to the heart.

Stories like The Little Prince and The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse offer quiet wisdom wrapped in wonder. They invite us to pause, breathe, and remember who we are beneath the noise of everyday life.

That’s the spirit behind The Courageous Heart. Inspired by a real-life moment and the quiet bravery of a small grasshopper, this story was created for caregivers and kind-hearted guides—the steady, nurturing souls who hold so much for others. For those who give deeply, a book can be more than a story—it can be a soft place to land. A reminder of joy. A moment to breathe.

Heidi, Delia, and I wrote this to be timeless—gentle enough for children, yet resonant for those who’ve seen more of life. We hope The Courageous Heart finds its way to nightstands and lap blankets, read aloud to little ones or quietly savored with tea in hand.

Sharing this story at events like the San Diego Writers Festival lets us connect with kindred spirits—readers, writers, caregivers, and creatives—who believe, as we do, that courage doesn’t always roar. Sometimes, it simply turns the page.

Because books like this aren’t just read—they’re felt. And in a world that often moves too fast, finding comfort and strength in the stillness of a single page might just be the most powerful thing of all.