Autor/-in: Janine L Risk

Her debut children's book, Peppercorn and the Magic of Kindness: Small Acts Make Big Hearts, introduces Peppercorn, a spirited Jack Russell who discovers how even the smallest acts of kindness can ripple outward and strengthen communities. Written for children ages 3-6, the story blends warmth, simplicity, and thoughtful design to encourage empathy, sharing, and meaningful connection. Janine believes childhood should be rooted in genuine human connection-where children build confidence, empathy, and real-world skills through face-to-face experiences that no digital space can replace. At the heart of her work is a simple but powerful idea: small acts of kindness can grow into something extraordinary.