Just published January 2026 — a rare picture book about mornings, not bedtimes.When morning stays dark and children need reassurance that everything will be okay.Some mornings don’t begin the way children expect. The light doesn’t come. The world feels stuck. And the worry begins: “Will the day ever start?”The Day That Didn’t Get Light is a gentle reassurance picture book for children aged 3+, about patience, uncertainty, and trusting that even when things feel wrong, the world keeps moving and the light is always on its way. The story:This is a quiet, familiar morning seen through a child’s eyes, where small routines carry big feelings.A young boy wakes expecting daylight, but morning stays dark. As he moves through familiar routines — helping his little sister, brushing teeth, making breakfast — he worries the day might never arrive.He doesn’t notice the sky slowly changing or the sounds of life beginning to stir. But all around him, the world is waking up, steady and dependable, just as it always does. Perfect for children experiencing:This book speaks gently to everyday worries that arise when routines don’t go as planned.• Worry when routines feel different or uncertain• Anxiety about things not happening “on time”• Power cuts, dark winter mornings, or unusual weather• Transition moments when everything feels stuck• Learning that patience means trusting the process What makes this book special:Rather than explaining feelings, the story lets reassurance unfold naturally through ordinary moments.• Written for mornings, not bedtimes — offering reassurance when children need it most• Shows comfort through everyday family routines, not lectures• Warm, rhythmic language perfect for calm read-alouds• Richly detailed illustrations inspired by classical European painting• Celebrates the quiet comfort of doing small things together Themes:At its heart, this is a story about waiting, trust, and the steady rhythm of the world.• Patience and waiting when things feel uncertain• Trust that the world keeps moving even when we can’t see it• Finding comfort in routine and togetherness• Understanding that feelings of “stuck” are temporary For families and classrooms:Designed for shared moments when children need reassurance without being rushed.• Morning reading when children feel anxious or uncertain• Supporting children through change or disruption• Building emotional resilience and patience• Gentle conversations about trust and hope• Moments when children need reassurance without being hurried A story to return to whenever the world feels a little harder than usual.A gentle reminder that even when it feels like something might never happen, the light is already on its way.Ages 3+ • Read-aloud • Illustrated picture book • 32 pages