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My Story of Writing a Children's Book

I’ve always believed in the power of love to connect and heal, but the inspiration for this book came to me during a quiet moment of reflection in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. It was a time filled with so much fear and uncertainty, and I kept thinking about how love is the opposite of all that—how it has the power to uplift, heal, and bring people together. I started wondering what it would look like if love could physically travel through the air, like a hug that keeps going, connecting hearts all over the world. That idea stayed with me, and soon, I Love You Ocean was born.

Writing this book has been a deeply personal journey. My background in Reiki and energy work helped me put into words what I’ve always felt—that love is a force, a ripple that spreads in ways we can’t always see. After a meditation, I felt an overwhelming sense of connection to this idea, and I knew I had to share it. Every word and illustration was created with the intention of helping children (and the adults reading with them) understand just how powerful love truly is. I hope this book inspires families to see how kindness, love, and positive energy can make a difference in the world, one small act at a time.

This is just the beginning! As a children’s book author, I have more stories on the way—books about gratitude, courage, and the magic of everyday life. My hope is that each one brings a little more light, wonder, and love into the world.


Lovingly, Valerie

I Love You, Ocean

written by

illustrated by

Valerie Greene

Alyssa de Asis

I Love You Ocean is a heartfelt children's picture book that takes little dreamers on a magical journey. Each morning, Sophia sends her love to the Ocean with all her heart. Tiny heart-shaped bubbles magically emerge from her heart and begin a wondrous journey across the world.

These magical bubbles carry her love into the Ocean to all sea creatures and inspire joy in their underwater world. The love-filled bubbles travel to distant lands through the clouds and rain, bringing happiness to animals on the safari, and even helping nourish crops and plants for local farms. Sophia’s small but heartfelt act becomes a force that touches everything, showing that even the simplest gestures of love can make a big difference.

Through vibrant illustrations, I Love You Ocean teaches children about the interconnectedness of life, the wonders of the water cycle, and the transformative power of love and intention. At its heart, the book shares a profound message: love is an energy that flows endlessly, connecting all living things and reminding us that what we give to the world will find its way back to us.

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Joy Legacy Publishing: A Family Dream

Joy has always been at the heart of my life, and it’s even in my name. My dad and I both share the middle name Joy, and more than that, we share a deep belief in living with joy and spreading it wherever we go. That’s why we founded Joy Legacy Publishing—a company built on the idea that stories have the power to uplift, inspire, and create lasting change.

This publishing house is more than just a business; it’s a legacy we’re building together. Through children’s books, empowering stories, and creative projects yet to come, we hope to bring messages of love, courage, and gratitude to the world. Joy is our foundation, our mission, and the gift we want to pass on—one book at a time.