New Children's Book 'Are You Here?' Invites Families to Notice Signs of Love

The book encourages readers to seek and notice everyday signs that remind us loved ones are still with us.

Published on Mar. 10, 2026

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As spring returns and the natural world begins to bloom again, a new children's book called "Are You Here?" encourages families to pause, reflect, and notice the quiet signs of love that surround us every day. The book, written by debut author Jenny Robinson Clark, explores the idea that our loved ones who have passed are still with us in subtle ways.

Why it matters

The inspiration behind "Are You Here?" is deeply personal for the author, who experienced the loss of her mother during her second pregnancy. The book aims to help children and families understand death, memory, and the feeling that someone we love is still near, through storytelling, faith, and the comforting idea that love reveals itself in subtle ways.

The details

"Are You Here?" blends heartfelt storytelling with whimsical illustration, inviting readers to discover meaning in everyday moments. The book features hidden ladybugs on every page and interactive illustrations that encourage readers to look closely and discover signs for themselves. The story's roots began at a retreat where the author received a message she believed was from her mother, inspiring her to write the book and her husband to compose a song of the same name.

  • "Are You Here?" will be published on March 17, 2026 and will be available through all major bookselling platforms.
  • A launch event celebrating the release of "Are You Here?" will take place on March 17th, 2026 from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM in Orlando, Florida.

The players

Jenny Robinson Clark

The author of "Are You Here?" and a mother of four children. She built a creative career as a dancer and actor in California before becoming a writer and creative collaborator.

Travis Clark

The husband of Jenny Robinson Clark and the musician who composed the song "Are You Here," a personal tribute exploring the feeling that loved ones continue to reach us in unexpected ways.

Landon Hail Press

The publisher of "Are You Here?" that allows authors to own the creative direction of their book and their brand.

Elisabetta Fantone Cohen

The illustrator who created the whimsical illustrations for "Are You Here?".

Laura Lynne Jackson

A New York Times bestselling author who wrote a praise for "Are You Here?".

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What they’re saying

“In Are You Here?, Jenny Robinson Clark reassures us – young and old – that those we love who have crossed are always with us. Equally beautiful in its writing as well as its art work, it will leave you feeling less alone, full of hope, and lovingly watched over. The perfect gift for a child, or anyone, suffering the physical loss of someone they love.”

— Laura Lynne Jackson, NY Times Bestselling author of Signs, Guided, and The Light Between Us

“Are You Here?… is a tender, beautifully written book that gently opens the door to conversations about grief and loss. Through a child's curiosity and wonder, it invites young readers to look for the quiet signs that love continues even when someone we love is no longer physically here. A meaningful resource for families navigating loss together.”

— Albiona Rakipi, Parenting coach and early childhood educator

“Are You Here? is a children's book about grief that touches hearts of any age. Robinson Clark delivers a powerful reminder that even when we cannot feel our loved one's physical presence, they are always there to guide us if we are willing to listen.”

— Samantha Joy, Editor-in-Chief and Founder of Landon Hail Press

What’s next

A launch event celebrating the release of "Are You Here?" will take place on March 17th, 2026 from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM in Orlando, Florida, featuring a special appearance by Robinson Clark and a live performance by her husband Travis.

The takeaway

"Are You Here?" offers a gentle and imaginative way for families to navigate grief and loss together, providing a reassuring message that our loved ones who have passed continue to be with us in subtle and profound ways. The book encourages readers of all ages to remain open to love, connection, and the quiet signs that remind us we are never truly alone.