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Books by M.H. Clark

M.H. Clark is an award-winning poet and writer. Through her inspiring children’s stories, empowering gift books, and thought-provoking guided journals, Clark connects readers of all ages to the wonder in the world and the wonder within themselves. Explore the moving works of M.H. Clark.

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Meet Author M.H. Clark

A recipient of the Washington State Book Award and two Moonbeam Children’s Book Awards, M.H. Clark has a poignant way of illuminating heartfelt truths through her poetry and prose. Her collection touches on a variety of topics, from honoring our emotions and easing anxiety to celebrating superpowers and recognizing our beautiful complexities. Whether you’re looking for a picture book to read with a little one or a guided journal to connect to your own thoughts, Clark’s works are sure to offer new perspective and illuminate what is common to all of us.

A native New Englander, Clark has traveled the world and lived in many places but believes she belongs most of all in a little house with a large library, someplace where the forest meets the sea. When she is not reading and writing, you’ll find her exploring nature with her dog, cooking for loved ones, cold-water swimming, enjoying art, and engaging in social justice work. 

Follow M.H. Clark on Instagram at @mhclarkwrites.

"I hope that my books encourage and inspire an appreciation of the world, and a sense of delight in the wonders of it—which include ourselves and each other."

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A PEEK INTO M.H. CLARK’S NEWEST ILLUSTRATED BOOK

We Needed a You
Written by M.H. Clark
Illustrated by Olivia Holden

Each page of this poetic book is a chance to tell a child how deeply loved they are. Flip through the colorful illustrations at bedtime to give a child a glimpse of the world before they arrived—one that was perfectly pleasant but missing a certain someone. Then let that special child know that their presence makes ordinary moments fuller and more complete in countless, extraordinary ways.

Learn more about the inspiration behind We Needed a You in this blog post.

Explore More Children's Books by M.H. Clark

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Front cover, a story about an inquisitive little girl on a camping trip, she takes a journey through nature and discovers the amazing worlds within her. Hardcover children's illustrated book features watercolor and pencil illustrations. Cover art features the little girl engaging with several butterflies, written by M.H. Clark and illustrated by Laura Carlin
Front cover of the book All That I Am and an open page from the book. Inside spread shows a little girl sitting against a tree looking out to a yellow and orange sun setting sky surrounded by birds looking out towards the sky from the tree.

All That I Am

$18.95

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Everywhere, Still

A Book about Loss, Grief, and the Way Love Continues

$17.95

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This image shows the front view of the bedtime children's book "One More Book Before Bed", written by M.H. Clark and illustrated by Inbar Heller Algazi. The cover illustration shows a child and mom reading a book, tucked in a bed that is floating on water with a starry bright nightsky background. A nighttime ritual to ease worries and help kids get to sleep.
This image shows the front cover and an open page from of the bedtime children's book "One More Book Before Bed", written by M.H. Clark and illustrated by Inbar Heller Algazi. The inside page shows the mother and child snuggled together, sitting on a hillside flying a kite.

One More Book Before Bed

A Bedtime Ritual of Comfort and Connection

$17.95

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Front cover of the children's novel "Over and Over" by M.H. Clark, featuring the title in the center of the book, and a parent and child sitting on a field together.
Lifestyle photo of the children's illustrated book, "Over and Over", written by M.H. Clark and illustrated by Beya Rebai. Book is open to a page that shows an illustration of the main characters, a little girl at breakfast with her dad.

Over and Over

$17.95

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Front cover of book "Tiger Days" featuring an orange background and a white tiger.
Lifestyle photo of the children's illustrated book "Tiger Days" written by M.H. Clark and illustrated by Anna Hurley. The book is open to a page that features silly, playful monkeys and reads "On monkey days I'm silly and I'm ready for some fun. I want to laugh and swing and play and be around my friends all day."

Tiger Days

A Book of Feelings

$16.95

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Front of Tiny, Perfect Things, featuring two people walking through a garden in the background.
Lifestyle photo of the children's illustrated book, "Tiny, Perfect Things" written by M.H. Clark and illustrated by Madeline Kloepper . Book is opened to an illustration of a child and her grandpa walking on the sidewalk and discovering small, little treasures along the way.

Tiny, Perfect Things

$17.95

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Front cover of the children's book "You Belong Here" featuring two lions watching over a young boy, and a gray background.
Lifestyle photo of the children's illustrated book "You Belong Here" written by M.H. Clark and illustrated by Isabelle Arsenault. The book is open to an illustrated page of a whale and her baby whale calf.

You Belong Here

$18.95

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A grandparent has a way of bringing magic to everyday moments. This adorable, illustrated keepsake book is a tender tribute to that one-of-a-kind bond.

Family keepsake books by M.H. Clark

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Front of Dad, I Wrote A Book About You, an activity gift book.
Lifestyle photo of "Dad, I Wrote a Book About You." A fun, fill-in-the-blank personalized keepsake gift book for mom. Book is open to a page that reads "Just consider this your personal hall of fame, which contains: Your most remarkable achievement [fill in the blank]. Your wisest piece of advice [fill in the blank]. Your most famous saying [fill in the blank]."

Dad, I Wrote a Book About You

$15.95

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This image shows the front view of the gift book "Dad, More Than a Little". The cover has a die-cut oval center that frames an illustration of the main characters, a zebra dad with his young foal hugging each other, there is a floral design outlining the frame. This book is written by M.H. Clark and illustrated by Cecile Metzger.
This image shows the front view of the gift book "Dad, More Than a Little" and an inside spread from the book. The inside page has an illustration of a zebra dad and his young foal walking across a bridge in the park with copy that reads: "It's true that you're generous and funny and nice, but you're much more than that... you have shaped my whole life."

Dad, More Than a Little

Gift Book

$14.95

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The cover of this book shows a black background, with the title "Dad, More Than You Know" written across the front. On the left side of the book is a black and white floral pattern down the spine.
This page has a plain black background, with a quote on the left side, and a fill in the blank section on the right.

Dad, More Than You Know

$14.95

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Front of Mom, I Wrote A Book About You, an activity gift book.
Lifestyle photo of "Mom, I Wrote a Book About You." A fun, fill-in-the-blank personalized keepsake gift book for mom. Book is open to a page that reads "If I could leave you with one thing to remember, always and forever, it would be that... [fill in the blank].

Mom, I Wrote a Book About You

$15.95

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This image shows the front view of the gift book "Mom, More Than a Little". The cover has a die-cut oval center that frames an illustration of the main characters, an elephant mom with her young calf hugging each other, there is a floral design outlining the frame. This book is written by M.H. Clark and illustrated by Cecile Metzger.
This image shows the front view of the gift book "Mom, More Than a Little" and an inside spread from the book. The inside page has an illustration of a momma elephant and her young calf riding a tandem bike through the park with copy that reads: "There are lessons you taught me that still shape my days in all kinds of vast and remarkable ways...".

Mom, More Than a Little

Gift Book

$14.95

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Reflect. Discover. And grow. These guided journals from M.H. Clark are filled with meaningful quotes and questions to help you record the thoughts and dreams that shape your one remarkable life.

Journals to Reconnect with What Matters Most

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The front cover of the guided journal, "An Inspired Life: A journal for thinking, dreaming, and discovering". This guided journal cover has a pink and white marble patterned background with gold foil accents.
A lifestyle photo of "An Inspired Life: A guided journal for thinking, dreaming, and discovering" is sitting on desk. The journal is open to a page with a quote that says, "You have more freedom than you are using. -Dan Attoe". The following page has a prompt, "These are some, everyday ways to make my life freer and more joyful:" with a lined-page to reflect and write.

An Inspired Life

A Journal for Thinking, Dreaming, and Discovering

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The front cover from "Everywhere You Go: a guided journal for seeing, noticing, and capturing everything" travel notebook. The softcover journal is black with white and gold foil accents.
A lifestyle photo of the prompted travel journal "Everywhere You Go". The guided notebook is opened to a page that has prompts and space to write your memories and reflections.

Everywhere You Go

A Guided Travel Journal for Seeing, Noticing, and Capturing Everything.

$15.95

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A softcover nature activity book with the title Outside In. The bellyband reads, “Questions, Quotes, and Activities to Connect You to Nature. “
Lifestyle photo of the guided activity journal "Outside In: Questions, Quotes, and Activities to Connect You to Nature". The prompted activity journal is shown on a blanket in a park with the journal open to a page that has a quote from Jenna Wortham that reads "...watching the sun disappear behid the moon reminds us of the vastness of space and the enduring mysteries of the universe we inhabit." The following page has prompts to ponder and plenty of space to write your reflections.

Outside In

Questions, Quotes, and Activities to Connect You to Nature

$12.95

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Front cover, "Start Small", a white and gold foil hardcover, guided journal, activity book, with ribbon marker, includes prompts and exercises for self-care and personal well-being
Lifestyle photo of "Smart Small: Intentions and Activities to Create a Life You Love", an activity book and guided journal. Journal is open to a page with prompts for self-care and well-being.

Start Small

Intentions and Activities to Create a Life You Love

SALE $10.17 $16.95

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Front cover from the guided journal "Take Good Care: Prompts to explore your well-being, boundaries, and possibilities". The cover design is a bright swirl of purple, orange, yellow, and red with gold foil accents.
This lifestyle photo features "Take Good Care: Prompts to explore your well-being, boundaries, and possibilities" guided journal and activity book. A journal is opened to a page with prompts and includes a quote from Anna Taylor, "Love yourself enough to set boundaries. Your time and energy are precious."

Take Good Care

A Self-Care Guided Journal to Explore Your Well-Being, Boundaries, and Possibilities

$15.95

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The front cover of "The Story of You: Thoughts and reflections to guide you, see, honor, and celebrate your life" guided journal. The cover has blue hues, yellow and gold marbled pattern.
Lifestyle photo of "The Story of You: A guided journal to unlock your inner storyteller", a guided journal and activity book. Journal is open to a page that has the quote "The impossible is my horizon."

The Story of You

Thoughts and Reflections to Guide You

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The cover of this guided journal shows a green background with images in shapes around the corners of the cover, with the title "This is Gratitude: Activities to help you see the good that's all around you" written across the front.
Lifestyle photo of the guided journal "This is Gratitude: Activities to help you see the good that's all around you". Journal is open to a page with prompts and has space to write your reflections, and the opposite page has an artful, beautiful design.

This Is Gratitude

Activities to Help You See the Good that’s All around You

$16.95

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This image shows the front view of the activity book and guided journal "You Always Feel Better When... Five-Minute Resets to Change the Day (In a Good Way)". The cover design has watercolor swatches of pale green, purple, pink, golden yellow on a white background.
A lifestyle photo of the activity book "You Always Feel Better When..." The guided journal is open to a page that has the tite "Listen to some music" and has a record player in the background.

You Always Feel Better When…

Guided Journal

$16.95

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I Wrote a Book About You Series: Create a personalized gift full of heart. Each book offers playful prompts to fill in with your favorite memories and heartfelt appreciation.

More from the I Wrote a Book about You Series

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Front of Dad, I Wrote A Book About You, an activity gift book.
Lifestyle photo of "Dad, I Wrote a Book About You." A fun, fill-in-the-blank personalized keepsake gift book for mom. Book is open to a page that reads "Just consider this your personal hall of fame, which contains: Your most remarkable achievement [fill in the blank]. Your wisest piece of advice [fill in the blank]. Your most famous saying [fill in the blank]."

Dad, I Wrote a Book About You

$15.95

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The cover of this book has a blue background, with the title "Hey Friend, I Wrote A Book About You".
Photo of "Hey Friend, I Wrote a Book About You" with a page of the book open. The page copy says "I'm almost positive... You're the only person in the world who can [fill in the blank]."

Hey Friend, I Wrote a Book about You

$15.95

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The front cover of this book has a red background with the title, "I Wrote A Book About Us".
Lifestyle photo of the fill in gift book "I Wrote a Book About Us" with heart shaped sugar cookies, cookie cutters, and confetti.

I Wrote a Book about Us

$15.95

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Front of I Wrote a Book About You, a fill-in-the-blank gift book written by M.H. Clark.
Lifestyle photo of the fill in gift book "I Wrote a Book About You." A fun, fill-in-the-blank personalized keepsake gift book for friends, family and loved ones. Book is open to a page that reads "No matter how many millions of people there are in the world. I'm certain of this: no one will ever be able to duplicate your [fill in the blank]."

I Wrote a Book about You

$15.95

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Front of Mom, I Wrote A Book About You, an activity gift book.
Lifestyle photo of "Mom, I Wrote a Book About You." A fun, fill-in-the-blank personalized keepsake gift book for mom. Book is open to a page that reads "If I could leave you with one thing to remember, always and forever, it would be that... [fill in the blank].

Mom, I Wrote a Book About You

$15.95

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Remind someone of their unique purpose and gifts with these empowering books.