Our Story

I have been working as a freelance writer since my college days in Puerto Rico and Massachusetts, where I contributed to many newspaper publications. The pandemic inspired me to create a children's book for my four-year-old daughter, leading to the development of "The Mean Foal" (El Potrillo Rebelde). This story conveys important messages about respect aiming to teach my daughter, Ariatna Gabriela to learn and respect the unique cultural differences of others

I hired an illustrator, and Ariatna offered her insights on each illustration I received: "Mommy, that illustration makes me laugh; let's keep it that way." One night, she expressed, "I want to write my own children's book." After learning about empathy that day, she told me a story about a flower that wouldn’t share its petals with others. I took notes as she narrated her imaginative tale. From that moment, Ariatna chose her illustrators, approved, and edited each drawing, and they were eager to incorporate her ideas. Her book is titled The Mean Flower - a story about the power of empathy (Spanish edition: La Flor Rebelde, una historia sobre el poder de la empatía).

We selected Amazon KDP for our book distribution as it allows for both local and international sales. This platform was the foundation of our journey as freelance writers / independent authors. As of now, our books are sold in bookstores throughout Puerto Rico, available on Amazon, and in Barnes & Noble.

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Book awards:

Ariatna G. Claudio received the 2022 Youth Honor Award by Skipping Stones Multicultural Magazine for her book: The Mean Flower, a story about the power of empathy    Youth Honor Awards recognizes creative and artistic works by young people that promote multicultural and nature awareness. Youth Honors Awards – Skipping Stones

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The book The Mean Flower received honorary mention in The International Latino Book Awards in 2022