Ellie Brook is the author of the Heart to Heart Animal Stories, a gentle chapter book series created to help children understand big feelings in comforting and relatable ways.
She believes that stories can be a safe place for children to explore emotions such as bravery, jealousy, sadness, patience, and hope. Through the adventures of Shadow the German shepherd and her feline friends Snowball and Smokey, Ellie writes books that encourage kindness, confidence, and emotional growth one small step at a time.
The Heart to Heart Animal Stories were inspired by Ellie’s own family and their real-life pets. Watching how animals bring comfort, laughter, and unconditional love into everyday life gave her the idea to create stories where pets help children feel understood and supported.
Ellie wanted to write books that feel like a warm hug for young readers. Her goal is to create stories that help children see that all feelings are normal and that growing up is a journey filled with learning and love.
Many of the characters in these books are inspired by real animals who have been part of Ellie’s family.
Shadow – a loyal and loving German shepherd who inspired the brave and gentle hero of the series
Snowball – a fluffy black cat with a calm and comforting personality
Smokey – a sweet gray cat known for her playful spirit and soft purrs
These pets helped shape the heart of the stories and continue to inspire new adventures.
Ellie lives with her two daughters, Gabriella and Haleigh, who are her greatest inspiration and first readers. When she is not writing, Ellie enjoys reading children’s books, spending time outdoors, and dreaming up new ideas for future stories.
She believes that every child deserves books that help them feel brave, understood, and never alone.
Thank you for visiting and for sharing in these stories. Ellie hopes the Heart to Heart Animal Stories bring comfort, smiles, and encouragement to children and families everywhere.