Our books
Five kinds of book, one growing library, each built entirely around the child you love. From a first board book at six months to a full novel at twelve, there's a Heart Surprise book for every age and every stage.
Board Book
Ages 0-3 · 24 pages
A first book to share in laps and at bedtime. High-contrast, gentle illustrations and rhythmic, read-aloud words that turn your child into the star of their earliest stories. Perfect for first words and bonding.
(this Board Book example was illustrated in Modern Minimalism Art Style)
Picture Book
Ages 3–6 · 30 pages
Richer stories about friendship, curiosity, and the everyday adventures of growing up, all centered on your child. A wonderful gift for preschoolers discovering who they are.
(this Picture Book example was illustrated in ??? Art Style)
Early Reader
Ages 5–8 · 40 pages
A gentle bridge to reading on their own, with longer sentences and a story shaped around your family's values. Builds confidence, and pride at seeing themselves as the hero.
(this Early Reader example below was illustrated in Pastel Harmony Art Style)
Illustrated Chapter Book
Ages 7–10 · 70 pages
A longer, fully illustrated adventure where your child leads the way. Meaningful themes, real stakes, and a hero who looks and feels just like them.
(this Illustrated Chapter Book example was illustrated in Inky Expression Art Style)
Middle Grade Novel
Ages 10–13 · ~165 pages
A full-length keepsake novel, a rich, lasting story that captures who your child is at this remarkable age. Only available in black & white.
(this Middle Grade Novel example was illustrated in Coloring Book Art Style)
Whatever their age, their story starts here.
Every Heart Surprise book begins as a $10 digital story you shape and approve, page by page, before anything prints.