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Released March 2025

​Mia is turning 10, and she is excited to celebrate her birthday with her group of friends. She was crushed when they all declined her invitation to her party. Mia's ability to turn this situation into a positve experience is explored, along with perspectives of other students.
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"Dylan’s Hero:  A Story of Overcoming Negative Thinking is a relatable story for kids who experience anxiety, discouragement and self-criticism.  This story incorporates a cognitive-behavioral approach that explores the worrier, critic, perfectionist and victim internal dialogue.  A note for parents is included to encourage more positive self-talk with their children.  Mental health professionals may find this to be a useful therapy tool to help kids identify negative self-talk and promote adaptive counter-statements."

Listen to interview with Author, Dr. Paoni & Illustrator, Christy Freeman Stark here:

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Listen to Noblest Motive podcast with Dr. Paoni
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Dr. Melissa Paoni Available Books

Dr. Paoni introduced your child to tools that can help with coping during stressful situations. Age appropriate: 5-11 years. Large print and corresponding illustrations. 
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Newest addition (2025) Now available:
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Meet Dylan (2022):
Dylan's Hero: A Story of Overcoming Negative Thinking

Sarah's Pandemic Stories (2020 / 2021)
Sarah Stays Home: A Child's Story of Coping During a Pandemic

Sarah Wears a Mask: A Child's Story of Adjusting to  Pandemic Safety Rules


Now offering discounts to therapists / educators / daycare / professionals bulk buys!

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What a wonderful book! Dylan’s Hero can empower children to overcome negative thinking and become their own hero. This beautiful story is accompanied by beautiful illustrations. Highly recommend.

Rose Anderson

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"Dylan's Hero" is a quick, well-researched and easy-to-understand read on mental health and conquering negative thoughts. It is written by a child psychologist - Dr. Paoni - to use in her own practice. It is plainly written, easy to read and follow, engaging, and provides concrete techniques and tools on how to achieve a healthier, more positive and harmonious mind state. It is beautifully illustrated (it actually includes incredible artwork) and could be the perfect bedtime story for children, even adults who enjoy this type of genre. Fans of books like "A Little SPOT of Feelings" by Diane Alber and "Inside Out" by RH Disney will find this read very interesting, inspirational and entertaining.

Edward C. James

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This is a book for all ages. I believe we all at various stages of our life encounter those inner voices but the Hero needs to be the loudest. Absolutely well done.

Ann Marie Spencer

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Dylan's Hero is a fun, approachable book for children that integrates a research-based approach to helping children develop positive mental health. ​

Connie Horton

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Pepperdine University

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Dylan's Hero is a wonderful story with a great message.  As a school psychologist, I could think of multiple young students who would both enjoy and benefit from the content in this book.  The illustrations are realistic and engaging.

Kelly McCraith, SSP, NCSP

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Springfield Psychological Center
3416 Liberty Drive, Springfield, IL 62704
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217.793.3949



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..... Coming Soon!! ....

Allie is an Ally: A child's story about supporting anti-racism

Mo's World: A colorful spectrum 

Power of Positivity: 30 Days of Gratitude cards

Contact

The Author and Illustrator are available for interviews and events. Please contact the publishing company below.

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Digitall Designs
[email protected]

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773.235.5600​

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PO Box 193
Loami, IL 62661


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