Welcome to the magical world of
Land of Light!

I am Laurel Patterson, author of Children’s picture books that delight, inspire and guide children and their parents to live a more conscious and happy life. Step into a fascinating adventure where imagination knows no bounds.

Land Of Light has been chosen as a finalist for the Global Book Award in
the Children's Books category!

This recognition is a huge honor, and we are
Excited and Delighted.

Stay tuned—winners will be announced later this month!

The Author

I write about challenging situations children confront in daily life. Emotional intelligence is acquired from some surprising and engaging sources creating greater understanding and growth in the child, and perhaps in the parents too. I retired after teaching high school English for 24 years and receiving the Teacher of the Year Award, and have been writing ever since. Membership in the Redwood Writers Club and the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI) has been energizing.  My own daughter and granddaughters serve as inspirations for my stories.

Step into the magical world of
Land of Light

Hardcover Book

Dive into a world full of wonder where our character, Alena, experiences an amazing transformation in a dazzling place where lessons are learned almost by osmosis! Let your child’s imaginations soar as he or she embarks on a journey through an enchanted land where mythical creatures always treat each other with GOOD ENERGY! How do they do that? Find out in Land of Light. Will Alena be able to enact her valuable lesson when she’s back home living ordinary life? 

You can purchase this beautiful vibrantly illustrated 8.5” X 8.5” hardcover book online:

Buy It directly from the publisher for a special discounted price

Land of Light
by Laurel Patterson and Illustrator Judith Parkinson

You can also buy it from these Online Retailers

Land of Light
on eBook

Enjoy Alena’s adventure in the enchanted Land of Light where she learns an amazing secret from the mythical creatures who live there. But will she be able to give GOOD ENERGY when she returns home? Find out by purchasing the eBook Online from these stores:

  • “With breathtaking illustrations, Laurel Patterson brings to vivid life the story of a young girl’s growing understanding of the power of "Good Energy" and positive speech to create an environment of happiness. In these times, this is such an important concept for all children to understand. A great read-aloud to share, and written with sensitivity, this story celebrates the key to siblings finding the right way to get along.”

    —Michele Krueger,
    Published poet & Sonoma County Coordinator of Poetry Outloud, & Lake County Coordinator of Poets-In-The-Schools

  • “A thought-provoking, but engaging story for children with a heartfelt message and gorgeous illustrations. Lovely!”

    —Judy Loyd, MA Ed

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