Looking through old childhood journals, I came across an epiphany I had and had written down: "At every moment of my life, whether I knew it or not, I have been loved."

I wrote this because I needed it. I believe that we can all use a reminder that we are loved and deserving of love, encouragement to surround ourselves with the things and people that we love/that love us, and permission to love ourselves.

I wanted to create something simple and powerful intended for all ages, with beautiful full-page color illustrations. The concept art I had included in the draft is not showing here, but the completed project should be about 40 pages with 40 illustrations.

I am Anjle Latiha C., and I am a NOLA-based artist, writer, and musician. I graduated from Loyola University College of Music and Fine Arts, and am currently working in Early Childhood Education while also working on various art, music, and writing projects.

I have wanted to write and/or illustrate children’s books my whole life, and any support and encouragement in this endeavor is greatly appreciated.