HI, I'm Renee. I am an author and activity book designer living at The Jersey Shore with my husband and two boys. I was a Cardiovascular Technician for ten years before becoming a stay-at-home mom. I love being home with my kids but felt lost career-wise. This feeling led me to design activity books, journals, and notebooks. It started when my oldest, then three and a half years old, showed interest in these books. Inspired by his suggestions, I created customized content that grew and evolved with him. Having a child's input made the books engaging and fun and sparked a fulfilling new venture for me.
I’ve created multiple journals, coloring books, and activity books, from seasonal ones to affirmations and gratitude to postpartum. My goal for all my projects is to help children believe in themselves, be confident in who they are, and have fun. Additionally, I want to support moms and help them recognize their worth. Through my books, I hope to positively impact children and their parents, fostering a sense of self-worth and confidence in everyone reading them.
After creating a few activity books, I couldn't shake the desire to write my own children’s book, but I wanted whatever I wrote to have a meaningful message. The idea came to me after participating in a beach clean-up organized by Salt Water Warriors, a local environmental group. Witnessing my son's enthusiasm for protecting the environment and his love for sea creatures, I knew I had found the perfect theme for my book. My book, Hero and Haul’s Beach Quest, aims to inspire families to cherish and protect our environment, blending fun illustrations with a heartfelt message that resonates with kids and adults.