Repair over blame
Broken bridges, like broken trust, are rebuilt one small piece at a time.
Coming Soon
A new storybook world about courage, kindness, and rebuilding connection.
The first book in The Lantern Bridge Stories, Alder and the Broken Bridge, is coming soon.
A timeless illustrated tale for children and families about two towns, one quiet young builder, and the small lights that help people find their way back to each other.
“Most broken things don’t want to stay broken.”
— Alder
The heart of the stories
The Lantern Bridge Stories are built around timeless values — not lectures, slogans, or sides. Each story invites children to practice courage, empathy, curiosity, and repair.
Curiosity over fear
The river can make neighbors feel like strangers. Questions can help them become neighbors again.
Kindness with strength
Alder is gentle, but not weak. His courage is quiet, patient, and persistent.
Welcome to the river valley
Eastbank and Westbank were once connected by Lantern Bridge. But after years of misunderstanding and one terrible storm, the bridge fell — and so did the habit of crossing it.
Now, Alder and Lyra must discover whether a bridge can be rebuilt not just between two towns, but between hearts.
- For ages 6–11
- Illustrated storybook format
- Warm, cinematic, lantern-lit world
- First book launching soon
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