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The Book Began As A Poem
Mother Earth is a lyrical picture book that invites readers to see the planet as a living, loving being through tender, rhythmic verse and luminous art. What inspired you to personify Earth as a mother and divine artist in your poem?
The book began as a poem that I wrote for my father. He’s an artist and subsequently someone who has taught me to think outside the lines that are so often drawn for us. While I cannot give an exact reason as to why I decided to personify Earth in this book, I do think in retrospect it’s likely because in the hardest times in life it has seemed like nature has taken care of me in ways that felt sacred. You can have what feels like the very worst day of your life and the sun on your back still brings warmth and comfort! That is a gift, and a divine one in my opinion.
How did you collaborate with the illustrator to match the book’s spiritual tone visually?
I am also the illustrator for Mother Earth so that was an easy one. I knew I wanted to approach the illustrations with a more modern /pop art vibe. I liked the idea of contrasting the depth of the message with fun visuals.
What do you hope young readers will feel or think after reading Mother Earth?
I hope readers will look around and appreciate the beauty in the world and consider it a gift, to always ask questions, and have hope.
What is the next book that you are working on, and when will it be available?
I’m working on one I’m really excited about. The story is in the editing phase and I have only begun to brainstorm with illustrations! It is going to be less philosophical, and more of a fun story told from a kid’s perspective! I think it will be released for sure in 2026, so stay tuned!
Mother Earth
Dorothy Phillips’s Mother Earth is a lyrical and tender meditation on our planet as a living, feeling being. Through a series of rhythmic, questioning verses, Phillips invites young readers to see Earth not just as home but as a mother, an artist, and a divine creation. Each page feels like a whispered prayer or a child’s innocent curiosity about the world. The poem asks if Earth sings, if she feels pain, if she heals, and if she loves us despite how we treat her. The language is simple yet full of reverence, and the illustrations match that tone, gentle, flowing, and almost sacred.
Reading this children’s book felt like pausing to breathe after a long day. The words have a quiet rhythm that wraps around you, and I found myself thinking about the world in a more personal way. I liked how the questions didn’t need answers. They worked like small mirrors, reflecting both wonder and guilt. Phillips doesn’t lecture or scold. She nudges. There’s honesty in her curiosity, and that makes the poem hit harder. It’s the kind of writing that stirs emotion without ever raising its voice.
This picture book doesn’t try to be grand or complex. It just feels sincere. The rhyme and rhythm flow like a lullaby, and that simplicity gives it power. It reminded me of how faith and nature often meet quietly, in the space between awe and gratitude. The book contains stunningly vibrant and colorful illustrations that immediately capture the eye. The clean, bold art style uses a rich, saturated palette to beautifully render each image. The pages are a visual feast that sparks curiosity and wonder in young readers.
I’d recommend Mother Earth to young readers or families who love poetry that feels spiritual but accessible. It’s perfect for children learning to see the planet with care, and for adults who have forgotten to. This is not a children’s book to race through. It’s one to read slowly, maybe out loud, maybe under a tree. It leaves you with a sense of calm and a nudge to look at the world with softer eyes.
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