“Marianne’s creations inspire and empower parents; provide foundation for the growth of attachment, respect and love within a family; and give words to the tender feelings and thoughts parents have towards their little ones." — Rita, Educator, Mindful Beginnings
Hardcover Picture Books
NEW!! The World is Awaiting You
The Target PICTURE BOOK OF THE YEAR!
The World is Awaiting You celebrates the exciting cusp of a new beginning and how—through hands, mind, heart or voice—your uniqueness is your chance to be a difference-maker in personal, purposeful, and far-reaching ways!
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Be Brave Little One
A positive, uplifting book that helps you cheer your child on, Be Brave Little One is an affirmation of the courage and bravery inside us all.
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Hooray for You! A celebration of you-ness
Hooray for You! is a celebration of you-ness, the grand sum of mind, body, and heart that makes every person truly unique.
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If I Could Keep You Little
If I Could Keep You Little speaks straight to the heart, illuminating the tender balance between letting a child grow and savoring the beauty of right now.
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Thank you God, Good Night
Snuggle up with animal friends to thank God for the joys in the day, big and small, and celebrate the blessings found all around us.
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I Believe in You!
I Believe in You encourages kids to look within to find they have all they need to succeed — and to know they always have someone on their team cheering them on.
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I Promise You
I Promise You is a heartfelt reassurance of all the things we can promise our little ones: belonging, listening, and love ... and a forever home in our heart.
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You're a Big Brother
A new little one brings lots of changes for the big brother. A heartfelt reassurance there's new exciting adventures ahead and enough love for all!
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You're a Big Sister
A new little one brings lots of changes for the big sister. A heartfelt reassurance there's new exciting adventures ahead and enough love for all!
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I Wished for You, an adoption story
I Wished for You follows a conversation between Barley and his Mama about how Barley is a wish come true and affirming how love is what truly makes a family.
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The Gifts of Being Grand, for grandparents everywhere
From a "grand" new name and lots of hugs and kisses, The Gifts of Being Grand pays tribute to the special joys and rewards of grandparenthood.
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The Gift of a Memory, a keepsake to commemorate loss
The Gift of a Memory is a gentle gift of love that commemorates the loss of a special life, celebrates our most cherished memories, and offers hope for joy again.
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The Gift of an Angel, for parents welcoming a new child
A beautiful gift of joy for new parents, The Gift of an Angel recounts God's choosing of a gentle-hearted angel to be a child's lifelong guardian and friend.
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You are my Heart
A story putting into words all the unexpected things our children model and teach us by being exactly who they are.
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Little Bird Finds Christmas
Little Bird Finds Christmas is a delightful journey of finding the joy, warmth, and true reason of the season wherever you are―in your heart.
Board Books
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I Love You All Ways
From morning to night ― through the happy, playful, and mischievous moments ―I Love You All Waysis a sweet celebration of the never-ending love for a child.
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I Promise You All Ways
I Promise You All Ways is a celebration of the heartfelt assurances, big and small, we make to our children to let them know how they can count on us.
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Be Brave Little One
A positive, uplifting book that helps you cheer your child on, Be Brave Little One is an affirmation of the courage and bravery inside us all.
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If I Could Keep You Little
If I Could Keep You Little speaks straight to the heart, illuminating the tender balance between letting a child grow and savoring the beauty of right now.
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I Love You So... 20th Anniversary Edition
"I love you.""How much?" "SO much."
"How much is SO?" "Way, WAY more than you know."
This comforting story puts into words the vastness of unconditional love!
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I Love You So...
"I love you.""How much?" "SO much."
"How much is SO?" "Way, WAY more than you know."
This comforting story puts into words the vastness of unconditional love!
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My Dad Loves Me!
My Dad Loves Me! illustrates all the ways dad shows his love to his little ones!
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My Mom Loves Me!
My Mom Loves Me! illustrates all the ways mom shows her love to her little ones!
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Grandpa Loves Me!
Grandpa Loves Me! illustrates all the ways grandpa shows his love to his little ones!
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Grandma Loves Me!
Grandma Loves Me! illustrates all the ways grandma shows her love to her little ones!
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Grandma's Love
On the day you were born, I became someone new — your grandma with a grand love just waiting for you! A book to celebrate the gifts of grandmotherhood!
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You are my Kiss Good Night
You Are My Kiss Good Night is a happy, gentle way to wind down the day, putting into words all the ways your child is also your snuggle, hug, thanks...and love!
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Big Boys Go Potty
Marianne Richmond's charming prose and cheerful illustrations offer a poignant teaching experience around this all-important milestone!
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Big Girls Go Potty
Marianne Richmond's charming prose and cheerful illustrations offer a poignant teaching experience around this all-important milestone!
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The Night Night Book
The perfect way to wrap up a day with your child,The Night Night Book is an adorable bedtime story that helps kids and parents bid farewell to the day, settle in for the night, and rest up for a new tomorrow.
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You are my Merry
Perfect for sharing a cozy moment with a special child, You Are My Merry reminds us of the magical gift of spending Christmastime with the ones you love.
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Bedtime Blessings
Bedtime Blessings offers a peaceful way to end the day with a special child, through this heartfelt prayer of gratitude and wish for God's blessings on others, too.
Recordable and Personalized Books
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I Love You So... (Recordable)
Featuring 40 recordable pages, this book allows readers to embrace a child from near or far away with a heartwarming reminder that love is for always. This adorable classic puts into words the indescribable joy of unconditional love.
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I Love You All Ways GRANDDAUGHTER AND GRANDSON
Based on theUSA Today bestsellingI Love You All Ways, this customized picture book is personalized for your little one and puts them in the story with mentions of your granddaughter or grandson on each page.
