Willow

A beautiful story of courage and resilience--Willow shows us that it is not the fall, but how we rise again, that matters.

A willow tree stood proud and tall, roots deep within the soil...

Willow is a heartfelt picture book inspired by a poem written during a time of profound grief. It tenderly captures the slow and gentle rebuilding of a broken spirit, showcasing the courage and resilience needed to push through life’s darkest moments. The stunning, evocative illustrations bring the story to life, creating a visual journey that mirrors the emotional healing process. Each page reflects the grace found in grief and the beauty in rediscovering hope. With its universal message, Willow reminds readers, both young and old, that from our struggles, we emerge stronger and more vibrant.

Elisabeth Sophia is an Australian children’s author with a background in nursing. She is also the mother of two beautiful little boys who inspire and share her love of picture books. Elisabeth is passionate about writing stories for children that engage and entertain them, but also empower them to be brave, hopeful and more connected to their feelings and their world. After losing her mother to cancer in 2018, Elisabeth wrote If You Were Here as a tribute to her mum and three-year-old-son, Jack, to capture their love and eternal bond. Since then she has also authored Beresford Bear, Moonlight, Goodnight and Willow. You can find Elisabeth on Instagram @ elisabethsophia_author.

Anita Bagdi is a self-taught freelance children’s book illustrator, a mum of

two wonderful girls and a worried warrior of climate change. With her quirky,

whimsical book illustrations, she loves creating mood, capturing everyday

feelings and telling a story with a twist or a sparkle of magic. In her spare time,

she shares powerful illustrations about our relationship with the natural world

and explores folk art from her Hungarian cultural heritage. Anita lives with her

family in the sunny Bournemouth, UK.