Archives: Books

  • La pequeña hoja de arce que quería volar: CANADÁ

    La pequeña hoja de arce que quería volar no es solo una historia sobre la naturaleza—es una meditación profunda sobre el hogar, la comunidad y el sentido de pertenencia.

    A lo largo de ríos, montañas, praderas y ciudades, una hoja roja de arce se desliza con el viento, en busca de algo más grande que un lugar donde caer: un lugar donde pertenecer. En cada página, descubre que el verdadero hogar no siempre es un sitio físico, sino los corazones que nos reciben, las voces que nos llaman por nuestro nombre, y las manos que nos levantan cuando el mundo parece muy grande.

    Con ilustraciones tiernas y luminosas que celebran la belleza de Canadá en todas sus estaciones, y un texto poético que conmueve el alma, este libro es un homenaje a la resiliencia, a la esperanza, y a la manera en que el amor se teje en la vida cotidiana—ya sea en una taza de chocolate caliente compartida en invierno o en el silencio sagrado de una aurora boreal.

    Perfecto para leer en voz alta a un niño o para reflexionar en soledad, La pequeña hoja de arce que quería volar es un recordatorio eterno: no importa dónde caigas, si llevas luz contigo, siempre encontrarás el camino de regreso a casa.

  • The Little Maple Leaf Who Wanted to Fly: Canada (Little Lights of the World)

    In every season, in every corner of the land, we search for one thing: belonging.

    This book tells the unforgettable journey of a single red maple leaf as it drifts across rivers, mountains, prairies, and cities—through laughter and music, through silence and snowfall. With each turn of the page, the leaf discovers that belonging is not just found in a place, but in the hearts and voices that surround us. From children’s laughter in village streets to elders’ wisdom beside quiet fires, from the power of drumbeats to the hush of northern lights, the leaf learns that we are never alone.

    Tender, luminous illustrations capture Canada’s beauty in all its seasons, while poetic storytelling stirs both heart and memory. More than a tale of nature, this book is a meditation on community, resilience, and love.

    Whether read aloud to a child or cherished quietly by an adult, this is a story for anyone who has ever wondered where they fit, or feared they did not. It reminds us that belonging is not about where we land, but about every hand that lifts us, every voice that welcomes us, and every light we share together.

    A timeless celebration of connection, hope, and home.

  • The Llama Who Climbed the Stars: Peru (Little Lights of the World)

    The Llama Who Climbed to the Stars is more than a tale—it is a journey of the soul.

    In the high mountains of Peru, a young llama named Killa dares to begin a climb no one has ever finished. Along the way, she faces storms, silence, fear, and doubt. But she also discovers wonder, love, and a glowing strength that was inside her all along. Page by page, readers are invited into a radiant world where every step matters—even the hard ones—and where the stars remember every climber who tries.

    Told through poetic text and breathtaking illustrations inspired by the sacred landscapes of the Andes, this story speaks to every heart that has ever wondered: Can I make it?

    This is not a story of reaching the top to prove something. It is a story of becoming—of rising not to be first, but to be whole. Perfect for readers of all ages, The Llama Who Climbed to the Stars is a luminous reminder that we are never alone, never too late, and always made of more than we know.

    Because we are not just made of fur or bone or breath—but of stars. And stars always rise.

  • La llama que subió a las estrellas: Peru

    La llama que subió a las estrellas no es solo un cuento—es un viaje del alma.

    En las altas montañas del Perú, una joven llama llamada Killa se atreve a comenzar una subida que nadie ha logrado terminar. En el camino enfrenta tormentas, silencios, miedo y duda. Pero también encuentra maravilla, amor, y una fuerza brillante que siempre vivió dentro de ella. Página tras página, esta historia invita a los lectores a un mundo radiante donde cada paso importa—aun los difíciles—y donde las estrellas recuerdan a cada viajero que se atreve a intentar.

    Contado con prosa poética e ilustraciones que inspiran, basadas en los paisajes sagrados de los Andes, este libro habla a cada corazón que alguna vez se ha preguntado: ¿Podré lograrlo?

    No es una historia sobre llegar a la cima para demostrar algo. Es una historia sobre transformarse—sobre elevarse no para ser el primero, sino para ser completo. Perfecto para lectores de todas las edades, La llama que subió a las estrellas es un recordatorio luminoso de que nunca estamos solos, nunca es demasiado tarde, y siempre estamos hechos de más de lo que creemos.

    Porque no solo estamos hechos de lana, huesos o aliento—sino de estrellas. Y las estrellas… siempre se elevan.

  • Tabby Moves Abroad

    Tabby is a spicy ginger tabby who thinks he has life all figured out in Pennsylvania. He loves warm windowsills, safe streets, and curling up with his missionary family after ordinary days. Then Mom and Dad announce a surprise: God is calling them to Guatemala, to a town called Antigua.

    Suddenly Tabby is facing everything he fears—shots, papers, a cat passport, airplane engines, and a whole new country. From bumpy cobblestone streets and towering volcanoes to barking street dogs and unfamiliar foods, nothing feels familiar at first.

    But as days turn into months, Tabby begins to notice the everyday kindness of his new neighbors: “Buenos días” on morning walks, “Buen provecho” at little restaurants, smiles at La Torre supermarket, chats at the Panorama gas station, patient friends helping his family learn Spanish, and kids laughing together on dusty soccer fields.

    Through it all, Tabby learns that missionaries don’t just come to serve; they also come to listen, learn, and be blessed. Neighbors, he discovers, are everyone God places near your path—whether in the USA or Guatemala.

    This warm, true-to-life story invites readers to open their hearts to change, cross-cultural friendship, and a God whose love is bigger than borders for everyone.

  • Jedi in Los Angeles

    Set beneath the sunny skies and palm trees of Los Angeles, this heartwarming story follows Jedi, a brave and curious Doberman who believes in kindness and welcoming everyone he meets. Jedi lives with his owner Marcos, an immigrant from Belize who teaches him an important lesson: keep your heart open and make others feel safe.

    While exploring the vibrant city of LA and the famous Griffith Park, Jedi discovers a world full of different languages, foods, and cultures. One day at the dog park, he meets Blanca, a husky who has just moved from Monterrey, Mexico. Feeling nervous and alone in her new home, Blanca isn’t sure where she belongs—until Jedi approaches with a wagging tail and a friendly “Hola, hermosa!”

    Through play, friendship, and understanding, Jedi helps Blanca feel welcome in the big city. Together they show that kindness, courage, and open hearts can turn a new place into home.

  • Brunito: The Wonder Dog

    In the heart of Antigua, Guatemala — where cobblestone streets wind beneath volcanoes and cathedrals glow in golden light- a small white dog name Brunito wandered, forgotten and alone. What began as survival on the streets became a story of transformation, when fate place him in the path of a woman who also longer for healing.

    Brunito the Wonder Dog is the tender, true story of how love can arrive in unexpected ways. Through moments of laughter, play and quiet companionship, Brunito became more than a rescue dog- he became a guide, a comfort, and a living reminder that joy can be found in the smallest steps and the simplest acts of love.

    With scenes set against the vibrant beauty of Antigua’s markets, gardens and plazas, this book is both a tribute to a beloved companion and a universal reminder of the healing power of animals. It’s a story for anyone who has ever been rescued by a pet, or who believes that miracles often come wrapped in fr and wagging tails.

    This is not just Brunito’s story. It’s a celebration of resilience, devotion, and the truth that sometimes we save a dog- but most often, it is the dog who saves us.

  • Lucy: La Canche de Antigua

    Lucy La Canche de Antigua is a tiny street dog with bright eyes and a tail that never stopped wagging. She trotted through the cobblestone streets of Antigua, weaving between colorful markets and the shadows of old volcanoes. Vendors knew her gentle spirit, and children laughed when she chased drifting leaves in the plaza. Though small, Lucy was brave, guarding her favorite corners and greeting strangers like old friends. She listened to church bells at dusk and curled beneath warm doorways at night. In a city rich with history, Lucy became part of its heartbeat—proof that even the smallest soul can shine brightly.

  • Goldie Loves Walla Walla

    In the little town of Walla Walla, a one-eyed cat named Goldie discovers that love can turn any place into home.

    From cozy bookstores and coffee shops to rainy sidewalks, green parks, and starry summer nights, Goldie explores the town one small adventure at a time. She curls up in Dad’s favorite chair, hides in warm laundry, and finds friends in the most unexpected corners—including the hearts of the people who look out for her.

    Goldie may be missing an eye, but she is never missing love. Through scraped knees, stormy days, new schools, and big feelings, Walla Walla wraps around her like a soft blanket, reminding children that even when life feels hard or different, there are always “soft places to land.”

    Filled with gentle humor, comforting scenes, and tender details locals will recognize, Goldie Loves Walla Walla is a warm hug of a book—a celebration of small towns, strong hearts, and the everyday magic of being known and loved just as you are. Perfect for bedtime, classrooms, or anyone who loves Walla Walla, this story invites readers to slow down, snuggle close, breathe deep, and remember that love is all around, even on the hardest, messiest, loneliest days.

  • Romeo: and the Thread of Connection

    Romeo, the curious black-and-white cat of Barrio Antonelli, loved sunny windows and life with Kim, Bougie, and little Tinkers. Yet his heart longed for adventure beyond the parquecito’s yellow arches. One morning, he secretly followed Kim to San Antonio Aguas Calientes, riding inside her bag on a colorful chicken bus through Antigua’s winding roads. At the Textile Museum, surrounded by radiant fabrics, Romeo learned from Sue about Manos de Maya and the ancient back-strap loom. Each woven thread carried history, family, and hope. In that moment, Romeo understood that connection, like weaving, ties every heart together.