Stories thatnurture the heart.
First Glow Books creates emotionally meaningful children's books that support early development, imagination, and connection between parents and children.
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A small press for big little feelings.
We are a small independent publishing company founded by a self-published author who believes in the power of stories to shape how children understand feelings, relationships, and the world.
Every book we create is designed to support emotional intelligence, spark imagination, and give families a moment of calm connection.
We're here for the long glow — building a catalog of books that parents trust and children love.
— Our mission
Featured Book
Come Here, Airplane!
A little girl dreams of seeing beautiful things far from home. When she spots a passing airplane, she thinks it might be her ticket to finally see the world's wonders.
Come Here, Airplane! is a charming mindfulness journey that illustrates what can happen when we just look around.
- Written by:Eric Shatzky
- Illustrated by:Netta Ussyshkin
- Age range:2–8 years
- Themes:mindfulness, wonder, adventure, appreciating what's around you
- Format:Paperback (ebook coming soon)
Why parents love First Glow Books
Emotionally grounded
Stories that help little ones name feelings and feel understood.
Calm & reassuring
Gentle language and pacing designed for winding down and connection.
Built for connection
Read-aloud moments that strengthen the bond between you and your child.
Imagination-friendly
Simple, vivid worlds that invite curiosity and wonder.
Parent reviews
“My toddler asks for this every night. It's become our calm-down book — simple, sweet, and exactly what we needed.”
“Finally a book that gets it. No heavy lessons, just wonder and joy. We love it.”
“The kind of story that reminds us to look up and notice what's around us. Beautiful and gentle.”
Meet the Author
A teacher, writer & parent.
Eric is a teacher, self-published author, and parent who believes that the best children's books feel like a quiet hug. His experience in the classroom shapes how he thinks about the way children learn and connect with stories.
Writing for children isn't about teaching lessons — it's about offering companionship. The goal is to create books that parents love to read aloud and children ask for again and again.
About the authorThe inspiration came from my toddler calling for airplanes — her sheer joy at a plane in the sky, and at the world right where she stood, brought my own awareness and joy into focus.
— Eric Shatzky, on Come Here, Airplane!
Get your copy of Come Here, Airplane!
Available now in paperback on Amazon. A gentle bedtime favorite for ages 2–8.
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