Once Upon a Mattox

Where wonder meets words.

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As a school librarian, I believe every story has the power to plant hope and spark imagination. Through my work, I’ve had the joy of watching countless young readers discover the magic that lives inside the pages of a good book — the kind of magic that makes them laugh, wonder, and dream a little bigger. I’ve decided to give writing children’s books a try. My stories are inspired by those moments of connection and curiosity I see every day in the library — when a child finds a character to relate to or a story that feels like it was written just for them. Whether I’m writing about a lost bear rediscovering friendship or a child learning to be brave, my goal is always the same: to create stories that stay with readers long after the book is closed.

A Good Cry Might Make It All Better

Daily writing prompt
What would you do if you lost all your possessions?
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If I lost all my possessions, the first thing I’d do is have a little cry for the things that are irreplaceable, like my pets and pictures. I tend to be an emotional person! Once I got that out of my system and had a moment to reflect on the importance of those lost items, I’d begin the process of replacing the things I truly needed, focusing on essentials and items with functionality rather than sentiment. I’d be happy to do some downsizing, though, as this experience would force me to reevaluate what truly matters to me. I feel like I have too much stuff now as it is, cluttering my space, and this would provide a valuable opportunity to simplify my life.

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