You'll Be There

A heartwarming picture book about grief, remembrance, and finding comfort in the everyday moments we shared with those we've lost

When someone we love is no longer with us, how do we keep them close? This gentle, affirming story reminds young readers that the people we love never truly leave. They live on in the snowmen we build, the fireworks we watch, and the quiet moments of gratitude we hold in our hearts. Through soothing narration and soft, comforting illustrations, children are invited to discover that remembrance isn't only about looking back; it's about carrying our loved ones forward into every new experience, season, and celebration to come.

A beautiful companion to You'll Find Me, this thoughtful picture book offers families a compassionate way to talk about loss while gently guiding children toward hope, healing, and connection. Whether read together after the loss of a grandparent, parent, sibling, friend, or pet, You’ll Be There creates space for big feelings while reassuring young hearts that love endures—always.

Key features:

• comforting story about grief and loss: helps children process the death of a loved one with warmth, reassurance, and hope
• encourages healthy remembrance: shows kids meaningful, everyday ways to honor and feel connected to someone they've lost
• soothing illustrations and gentle narration: beautifully illustrated artwork pairs with affirming language to create a calming read-aloud experience
• companion to You'll Find Me: extends the beloved story with a forward-looking message of hope and continued connection
• perfect for families, counselors, and educators: a compassionate tool for navigating conversations about bereavement, memory, and emotional healing
• trusted publisher: from Magination Press, the children’s imprint of APA, dedicated to emotional well-being and healthy development

Amanda Rawson Hill is the author of several books for children that deal with mental health issues and grief, including her novels The Three Rules of Everyday Magic (depression), The Hope of Elephants (cancer and grief), Once Upon a Family (anxiety), and the well-loved companion picture book to this one, You’ll Find Me. She lives in Atwater, CA.

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Joanne Lew-Vriethoff is the acclaimed illustrator of many children’s books, including the bestselling updated edition of The Invisible String series written by Patrice Karst; Stacy McAnulty’s Beautiful and Brave; and I See You by Michael Genhart. She lives between Amsterdam and Malaysia.

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