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Happy Unicorn Dreams book cover featuring a child and two unicorns in a colorful bedtime story scene.

Ships in March 2026 in time for April 9th Launch

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When Mia wakes up from a scary dream, her mother shows her a magical way to "plant" happy dreams. With her mom's encouragement, Mia embarks on an imaginative journey, filling her dream world with whimsical heart-shaped clouds and joyful unicorns.

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Mia's adventure proves that a positive mindset and a little creativity can empower you to transform even the scariest of dreams into something truly special.

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Award Winning Author & Publisher, Bridgett McGowen-Hawkins

Happy Unicorn Dreams is a gentle, imaginative reminder that what we plant in the mind, especially a child’s mind, matters deeply.
The concept of “planting” happy dreams is simple, yet profoundly powerful. It teaches children that they can choose what they nurture internally, and that choice can change how they feel, how they rest, and how they see the world. The whimsical unicorns and heart-shaped clouds don’t just entertain; they reinforce the message that imagination is a tool for empowerment.
This book is a beautiful example of how early storytelling can plant seeds of confidence, emotional resilience, and positive mindset, seeds that can grow far beyond bedtime. Happy Unicorn Dreams belongs on the shelf of any parent, caregiver, or educator who understands that the stories we tell children quietly shape who they become.
A truly lovely read with a meaningful message.

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Meet the Authors

Jalisa Hunn

Jalisa Hunn understands the magic of childhood, the curiosity, the questions, the silliness, and the dreams that stretch bigger than the sky. As a mother, wife, writer, and data analyst working in education, she is passionate about how children learn, grow, and make meaning in the world. She brings these insights to her storytelling, centering love, joy, and the everyday bravery of being a kid.

 

Jalisa writes stories that remind children that their feelings and experiences matter and that they are never alone as they grow. Her books are rooted in connection, care, and everyday courage.

 

When she’s not writing, Jalisa enjoys family time, discovering new parks and nature trails, and making up songs and stories with the children in her life and husband, who remind her daily how joyful imagination can be.

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Meet the Author

Janita Wiley

Simple green leaf illustration representing nature and growth in a calm children’s story setting.

Janita Wiley believes stories can be soft places to land especially for children finding their way in the world. As a mother, wife, storyteller, and a licensed therapist who supports parents and families in navigating the everyday joys and challenges of growing together, she writes to help families feel seen and connected. Her inspiration often comes from everyday life: bedtime talks, shared laughter in the kitchen, and the small courage children show each day.

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Janita writes stories that help children feel safe, understood, and seen especially during times of change. She believes books can be bridges: places where families slow down, breathe, and remember that they belong to each other.

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When she’s not writing or supporting parents or families in her practice, Janita enjoys spending time with her husband and children, trying new recipes, exploring new cities, and finding small joys in ordinary days.

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Soft green grass illustration, creating a peaceful natural setting for a children’s bedtime story.
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Soft green grass illustration, creating a peaceful natural setting for a children’s bedtime story.
Soft green grass illustration, creating a peaceful natural setting for a children’s bedtime story.
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