Stories that help little hearts feel braver, calmer, and more connected.
Scroll down and step into three worlds: a sunny meadow, a quiet evening, and a snowy Maine mountain. Say hello to the friends who live there.
The meadow
Three chapters, three worlds. Scroll down and say hello to the friends who live in each one.
Lola's meadow
Sunny, flower-dotted, and never far from home. Ms. Honeybee's school waits over the hill, Jimi is on the swing, and Mr Pickles is right by Lola's side.
Tap a character to say hello.
Lola's Pocket Hug
Lola carries a tiny heart in her pocket that reminds her she is safe and loved wherever she goes.
Also in a coloring book edition. Color Lola's world.
Nolan's evening
When the day gets quiet and the worries get loud, Nolan's pocket hug glows. Love travels with him, even in the dark.
Tap Nolan to see the glow.
Nolan's Pocket Hug
Nolan carries a glowing heart that reminds him he is never alone when a moment feels big.
Also in a coloring book edition. Color Nolan's world.
Ava's mountain
Mt. Abram, Maine. Fresh snow, a long lift line, and a girl who keeps falling and keeps getting back up. Bravery is not about being perfect.
Tap Ava for a little courage.
Carving Her Own Trail
On the slopes of Mt. Abram, Ava learns that bravery is not about being perfect, it is about getting back up.
Coloring book edition coming soon.
Which character are you?
Three quick questions. Tap the picture you like best. A grown-up can read them out loud.
It is a brand new day. What is in your pocket?
Something feels big. What do you do first?
Pick a happy place.
You are Lola!
Big hearted, a little wobbly on new days, and brave enough for the next step. Your pocket hug says: you are safe, you are loved, wherever you go.
You are Nolan!
You feel things deeply and you know how to pause. When a moment gets big, your heart glows a little to remind you that you are never alone.
You are Ava!
You love things that are hard. You fall, you get up, you try something new. Bravery is not about being perfect, and you already know it.
You are Mr Pickles!
Warm, steady, and always right by someone's side. Sunny windows, soft blankets, and being there. The whole plan.
Which story does your reader need today?
Each book was written for a real moment. Start with the one that matches yours.
Bring the whole world home.
Three gentle stories for first days, big feelings, and brave beginnings. Storybook and coloring editions, shipped by Amazon.
“I absolutely loved this book! It's beautifully written and full of heart. You can tell how much care and thought went into every page. It's a wonderful story for children (and parents!) alike. Highly recommend!”
Courtney Owen
Children's author, mom, and collector of tiny brave moments
Springvale, Maine
Stories that feel like a gentle hand to hold.
Courtney Owen writes stories that wrap little hearts in comfort while giving them the courage to take brave first steps. As a mom who has walked her own children through first days, big feelings, and everything in between, she creates books that feel like a gentle hand to hold.
Her stories blend warmth, reassurance, and a dash of everyday magic to help kids feel seen, understood, and supported as they grow. When she isn't writing, Courtney can be found chasing sunshine with her family, collecting tiny moments that spark new stories, and cheering on the brave hearts of little readers everywhere.
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Courtney reads, colors, and crafts with young readers across Southern Maine. Dates fill a few weeks ahead.