Erika Morelli, RN- Author

Erika Morelli, RN- AuthorErika Morelli, RN- AuthorErika Morelli, RN- Author

Erika Morelli, RN- Author

Erika Morelli, RN- AuthorErika Morelli, RN- AuthorErika Morelli, RN- Author

About The Author

Erika Morelli

Erika Morelli is an experienced hospice RN who writes children’s stories that gently guide young readers through life’s most tender and often confusing moments. Her storytelling focuses on helping children understand changes within their families—especially around aging, illness, and memory—using simple language, emotional honesty, and a sense of comfort. Each story is created to open meaningful conversations between children and the adults who care for them, offering reassurance, connection, and a reminder that love remains, even when things change.

Illustration

Ella Morelli

Ella Morelli serves as the Creative Director of Illustration, working alongside her mother to bring each story to life through thoughtfully designed, AI-assisted artwork. With a natural eye for creativity and a lifelong love of art, she plays a key role in shaping the visual tone of each book. As a young creative, Ella brings a fresh perspective to each project, helping create illustrations that feel warm, engaging, and meaningful for children and families. 

Books That Are More Than Just Stories—They Are A Resource

Talking to children about a loved one’s illness can feel overwhelming for parents and caregivers. Knowing what to say, how much to share, and how to answer difficult questions isn’t always easy—especially when emotions are high. These books are thoughtfully written not only for children, but also as a supportive tool for the adults guiding them. Through gentle language, relatable moments, and honest yet comforting storytelling, they help open the door to meaningful conversations that might otherwise feel too hard to start. By reading together, families are given a natural, reassuring way to talk, connect, and process these changes—helping ease anxiety, reduce uncertainty, and create space for understanding, comfort, and closeness during a challenging time. 

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Coming Late March 2026 Available on Kindle April 1, 2026

Coming Late March 2026 Available on Kindle April 1, 2026

  

Finn Visits Grandma: A Gentle Story About Hospice, Love, and Saying Goodbye

When someone we love is very sick, children often have big questions — and even bigger feelings.

Through the gentle eyes of young Finn, this heartfelt story helps children understand what hospice means, why someone may not get better, and how love continues even w

  

Finn Visits Grandma: A Gentle Story About Hospice, Love, and Saying Goodbye

When someone we love is very sick, children often have big questions — and even bigger feelings.

Through the gentle eyes of young Finn, this heartfelt story helps children understand what hospice means, why someone may not get better, and how love continues even when goodbye comes. With warmth, honesty, and hope, Finn Visits Grandma offers families a comforting way to talk about illness, dying, and remembering those we love. A gentle story to help children understand hospice, goodbye, and the lasting power of love.

Perfect for families facing serious illness, grief, or loss, this story reminds children they are never alone — and that love stays with us always.

Coming Late March 2026 Available on Kindle April 1, 2026

Coming Late March 2026 Available on Kindle April 1, 2026

Coming Late March 2026 Available on Kindle April 1, 2026

  

The Old Rocking Chair

It rocked when Grandpa was a boy.
It rocked through songs at sunset and quiet evenings at home.

Through the gentle eyes of a child, The Old Rocking Chairtells the story of a chair that has witnessed generations grow, love, and change.

With warm rhymes and comforting illustrations, this heartfelt story reminds readers 

  

The Old Rocking Chair

It rocked when Grandpa was a boy.
It rocked through songs at sunset and quiet evenings at home.

Through the gentle eyes of a child, The Old Rocking Chairtells the story of a chair that has witnessed generations grow, love, and change.

With warm rhymes and comforting illustrations, this heartfelt story reminds readers that even as memories fade, the love we share can last a lifetime.

A tender story for families, children, and anyone touched by the passage of time.

Coming Soon!

Coming Late March 2026 Available on Kindle April 1, 2026

Coming Soon!

When Grandpa Forgets: A Gentle Story to Help Children Understand Dementia

 

Grandpa is starting to change in small but confusing ways.

He asks the same question more than once.
He can’t find things—even when they’re right in front of him.
And now, he’s moving to a new place.

Emily isn’t sure how to feel.

But as she spends time with Grandpa, sh

When Grandpa Forgets: A Gentle Story to Help Children Understand Dementia

 

Grandpa is starting to change in small but confusing ways.

He asks the same question more than once.
He can’t find things—even when they’re right in front of him.
And now, he’s moving to a new place.

Emily isn’t sure how to feel.

But as she spends time with Grandpa, she begins to understand that even when things are different, the love they share hasn’t changed at all.

This gentle and heartfelt story helps children navigate the early changes of memory loss with comfort, understanding, and reassurance.

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Finn Visits Grandma: A Gentle Story About Hospice, Love, and Saying GoodbyeThe Old Rocking Chair- Available Now!The Old Rocking Chair- Kindle. Available now for Kindle pre-order (Available April 1, 2026)When Grandpa Forgets: A Gentle Story To Help Children Understand Dementia- Coming Soon!

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