You Are a Lighthouse
A Father's Love Letter
Will be published approx. on 4. February 2027
Book
Hardback
40 pages
978-1-7972-1250-0 (ISBN)
Description
A heartfelt and empowering poem from a Black father to his son, celebrating love, resilience, and a child's limitless potential-in a beautifully illustrated gift-ready hardcover edition.
In this affirming picture book, Bernard Mensah speaks directly to the experience of raising a child with care and intention. He acknowledges that every child will stumble, face challenges, and grow through difficult moments-but he emphasizes something even more important: they are never alone. They are supported, valued, and capable of rising again.
With warm, expressive illustrations by Talia Skyles that capture everyday moments of connection between parent and child, You Are a Lighthouse balances tenderness with strength. It is designed to be read again and again, and makes a meaningful gift for baby showers, birthdays, graduation, or a keepsake for milestones big and small.
A celebration of love, resilience, and possibility, this book is one that families will treasure for years.
In this affirming picture book, Bernard Mensah speaks directly to the experience of raising a child with care and intention. He acknowledges that every child will stumble, face challenges, and grow through difficult moments-but he emphasizes something even more important: they are never alone. They are supported, valued, and capable of rising again.
With warm, expressive illustrations by Talia Skyles that capture everyday moments of connection between parent and child, You Are a Lighthouse balances tenderness with strength. It is designed to be read again and again, and makes a meaningful gift for baby showers, birthdays, graduation, or a keepsake for milestones big and small.
A celebration of love, resilience, and possibility, this book is one that families will treasure for years.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
San Francisco
United States
Target group
Children/juvenile
Interest Age: From 4 to 8 years
Dimensions
Height: 203 mm
Width: 203 mm
Thickness: 9 mm
ISBN-13
978-1-7972-1250-0 (9781797212500)
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Schweitzer Classification
Persons
Bernard Mensah is a Ghanaian father of two boys. He writes stories that introduce and connect children to cultures they may not encounter on a daily basis and, hopefully, teach them that we are not so dissimilar regardless of the color of our skin. He currently resides in the United Kingdom.
Talia Skyles is an artist and elementary school art educator. She is passionate about creating art that sparks joy and makes kids feel proud of who they are and confident in their own skin. When not at her drawing table or teaching, Talia enjoys reading, roller skating, and taking care of her many plants. She lives in Baltimore, Maryland.
Talia Skyles is an artist and elementary school art educator. She is passionate about creating art that sparks joy and makes kids feel proud of who they are and confident in their own skin. When not at her drawing table or teaching, Talia enjoys reading, roller skating, and taking care of her many plants. She lives in Baltimore, Maryland.