ChocoLit Press™ · An Idea Alchemist Brand

Stories to
connect us.

Picture books, music, and multi-format worlds built for kids who need to see themselves on the page — and the parents who want to give that to them.

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ChocoLit
Press™

An Idea Alchemist Brand

Every book I write starts with a moment I couldn't find the right words for — or couldn't find a story that reflected my daughter's world back to her. ChocoLit Press™ exists to fix that.

These aren't just picture books. They're tools for tough conversations, celebrations of what makes kids different, and invitations to see themselves as worthy of the story.

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Curls, Confidence
& Courage

Love your curls. Find your voice.

Ages 4–8
Book 01 · Re-release July 2025
Wash Day

A step-by-step guide that helps children of all backgrounds understand how to care for their curly hair — from washing to detangling to choosing a style. Empowers young readers to take charge of their own hair care routine and explore the many ways they can wear their curls.

Natural Hair Hair Care Self-Empowerment
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Book 02 · August 2025
Braid Day

Children explore a world of fun and creative braided styles — from cornrows to bubble braids — on a visit to the beauty supply store and hair salon. With over 30 hairstyles, this vibrant book celebrates the diversity of curly hair and empowers kids to ask for what they want and express their individuality.

Protective Styles 30+ Hairstyles Self-Expression
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Book 03 · September 2025
My Day

When others make unkind comments about their curly hair, kids need a brave voice to respond with self-assurance. My Day is an essential read for building emotional resilience — teaching children to stand up for themselves and others, with kindness and confidence leading the way.

Confidence Emotional Resilience Speaking Up
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A Musical Hair
Washing Experience.

After Wash Day found its readers, we deepened the experience with sound. This five-song companion album turns wash day into something more — a full sensory ritual that's joyful, affirming, and fun. Each track celebrates the steps, the patience, and the pride that come with caring for natural hair.

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  • 01 Find It Fast
  • 02 Bubble Dance (The Shampoo Song)
  • 03 Little by Little (Detangle It All)
  • 04 Curls Are Easy
  • 05 Hey Curlfriend!

The Sparkliest
Unicorn

Quiet kids. Big sparkle.

Ages 4–8
✦ English Edition
Standalone
The Sparkliest
Unicorn

A heartwarming story for kids who shine in their own quiet way. With six magical "sparkles," they'll learn gentle, nonverbal ways to express themselves — because quiet kids have the biggest light of all.

Quiet Kids Self-Expression Ages 4–8
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✦ Entièrement en français
Livre indépendant
La Licorne
Étincelante

Une histoire touchante pour les enfants qui brillent à leur façon tranquille. Avec six « étincelles » magiques, ils découvrent des façons douces et non verbales de s'exprimer — parce que les enfants calmes ont la plus grande lumière de toutes.

Édition française Confiance en soi 4–8 ans
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More worlds
in the making.

· · · In Development

The Shrimptons
Series

Three shrimp cousins navigating friendship, change, conflict, and loss — with heart, humor, and the kind of storytelling that earns a place on every nightstand.

· · · In Development

The Super Secret
(and Super Silly) Series

Interactive missions. Mythical creatures. Curious kids who refuse to stop asking questions. Laugh-out-loud fun with heart built right in.

· · · In Development

The Bilingual
Series

Inspired by our family's journey into French-English life — playful picture books that make a second language feel like an adventure, not a lesson.

Pending Release · Standalone Titles
Pending Release
Good Sleep

A calming, interactive bedtime book that guides little ones through a relaxing routine — with a bedtime checklist, soothing text, and gentle touch meditation. Helps children wind down, feel safe, and understand why sleep matters. Perfect for ages 3–6, and older kids who read on their own.

Bedtime Interactive Ages 3–6
Pending Release
Feeling Waves

A reassuring picture book that helps children understand and navigate their emotions through the metaphor of surfing. As the child learns to ride the waves — sometimes falling, sometimes succeeding — they discover that feelings, like waves, are always coming and going. With a patient teacher and a simple mantra, they learn to face big emotions with courage.

Emotions Resilience Mindfulness
Pending Release
HELP! Can You Stop
the Sickies?

When sneaky little germs — the Sickies — slip inside your body, they're ready to cause sniffles, coughs, and chaos. But they forgot one thing: your body is amazing. A silly, action-packed story that shows kids how their bodies fight back, with a little help from rest, soup, water, and patience. Sick days, meet your superhero story.

Health Humour Read-Aloud

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Every book is available on Amazon. For signed copies, classroom orders, or press inquiries, visit ChocoLit Press™ directly.

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