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Painted Memories

Monica Martinez

Painted Memories is a 92 page hardback children's book.

Losing a best friend can feel like the world loses its brightest colors.

Eliza and Tony shared everything - giggles, secrets, and a very special dream of painting the world with their imagination. But when Tony leaves, Eliza finds herself lost in a world suddenly dim.

Join Eliza as she navigates her grief, remembering the joy Tony brought into her life. Through tears, whispers, and the gentle touch of memory, Eliza discovers that even when someone is gone, the love and laughter they shared can still paint her world with hope, reminding us that memories have the power to heal and uplift our spirits.

Painted Memories is a tender story about friendship, loss, and the beautiful ways our hearts learn to heal. It's a moving testament to the resilience of the human spirit, inspiring us to find beauty in the process of healing.

Book Details

  • Publisher: Dreams Inked Publishing Company
  • Publish Date: Jun 9th, 2025
  • Pages: 92
  • Language: English
  • Edition: undefined - undefined
  • Dimensions: 8.50in - 8.50in - 0.38in - 1.00lb
  • EAN: 9781955509732
  • Recommended age: 06-12
  • Categories: Social Themes - Death, Grief, BereavementSocial Themes - Friendship

About the Author

Martinez, Monica: - A native of San Antonio, Texas, Monica holds a bachelor's degree in Political Science from St. Mary's University.Monica E. Martinez became a widow in 2022 at the age of 45. In the early days of her grief, a former classmate-also a widow-reached out with compassion and support, offering guidance from her own experience. Inspired by that gesture, Monica later extended her own support to other women she knew who found themselves in the same situation of widowhood. In an effort to reach more people who are experiencing the difficulties of losing someone dear, Monica chose to write a storybook that delves into the process of grief, the different phases of sorrow, and the journey towards healing through treasured memories.Through her personal experiences, Monica discovered tranquility in the things and people her husband adored, and she has included some of his favorite items in this book for everyone to appreciate.
Juarez, Roy: - Roy Juarez Jr. founded the human development company, IMPACTtruth, Inc. in 2005 with a dream to inspire youth and reunite families by sharing his turbulent yet inspirational life story. Juarez has partnered with national organizations such as the U.S. ARMY, Ford Motor Company Fund, and the United States Hispanic Leadership Institute to inspire thousands of individuals across the United States and abroad. His work has garnered national media attention on outlets such as CNN, Chicken Soup for the Soul, and many local and online publications.
Martinez, Jennifer: - Jennifer Marie Martinez is a published Children's Book author and has since become a publisher and editor for IMPACTpublishing, Inc. She has been the Vice President of Operations since 2021, bringing author visions to fruition. Jennifer launched her company, Jennuine Life Coaching, LLC to help others on their self-empowerment journey and uses her life coaching skills to coach authors with their storytelling.