The Heart of a Lion: AND THE BODY OF A CAT (Mom's Choice Awards(R) Gold Recipient) - Hardcover

by Shani T. Night (Author), Reggie Howard (Illustrator)

Mom's Choice Awards(R) Gold Recipient

Literary Titan Book Award Winner

Readers' Favorite 5 Star Review

A 4x Purple Dragonfly Book Award Winner

2022 Finalists of the N.N. Light Book Awards



A beautiful 79-page picture book you will enjoy from beginning to end. Any reader can relate to the journey and apply the message and lessons learned to their life. The book is inspirational for all readers.

The Heart of a Lion was written for kids dealing with health issues. The story is inspired by one girl's health journey and her desire to be brave through it all while dealing with and learning to manage Sickle Cell Anemia Disease.

The Heart of a Lion will inspire people who have special needs or health issues to persevere in the face of challenges and accomplish their goals. The book was written to inspire and bring awareness and Inclusion. Those familiar with Shani's work will not be surprised by the power of this story. It illustrates lessons in a way that children living with chronic illness can easily understand and apply to their own lives.

You will be proud of the little lion in this story and the journey to do what appeared impossible. The journey shows Bravery, Courage, and Determination. Awareness and Inclusion start when we start sharing stories that help us understand the lives of others around us. So get ready to cheer on the little lion.