Stories that help little hearts shine

Welcome to The Sparkle Press, home of heartwarming picture books designed to gently guide emotional growth and celebrate the magic of connection.

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Author Dawn McCarthy

Dawn McCarthy

Author & Early Years Specialist

Dawn is an early years specialist with nearly two decades of international teaching experience. Blending her passion for storytelling with her love for little hearts, she now writes picture books designed to gently guide children’s emotional growth and celebrate the magic of connection.

Dawn creates mindful books, resources, and experiences that nurture emotional awareness, connection, and well-being for children, parents, and educators.

The Sparkle Shelf

The Slug Who Found Love

The Slug Who Found Love

A heartwarming story about kindness, courage and discovering love in unexpected places.

Releasing: November 2025

💖 Buy The Slug Who Found Love – AED 75

(For delivery within Dubai only)

For international orders:

Coming Soon
Shamal the Camel

Shamal the Camel

A heartwarming tale about being yourself even when you stand out.

Coming: December 2025

Coming Soon
Lucy and the Lights

Lucy and the Lights

A magical story where Lucy learns the importance of following the light inside her.

Coming: 2026

Bring the Author to Your School or Nursery!

Dawn offers joyful, heart-led school visits where children get to meet the author and experience a magical reading of The Slug Who Found Love — a story that gently explores love, friendship, and staying true to yourself.

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