Lianne Totty- helping others cope with infant loss

Lianne Totty is a children’s author dedicated to creating gentle, meaningful stories that help young readers understand big emotions and life’s most difficult moments. Through warm storytelling and heartfelt illustrations, her books are designed to support children and families as they navigate grief, love, identity, and emotional growth.

Lianne is the creator of The Heaven Series, a collection of comforting children’s books that help young readers process the loss of loved ones while reminding them that love never truly disappears. Her stories focus on helping children feel safe expressing sadness, remembering special moments, and understanding that the people they love continue to live on in their hearts.

In addition to writing about grief and remembrance, Lianne also writes stories that celebrate individuality, courage, imagination, and self-acceptance. Her books aim to create emotionally intelligent worlds where children feel seen, supported, and empowered to grow.

Beyond her work as an author, Lianne is deeply committed to supporting children and families through education and community outreach. She is actively involved with Blossoms of Guyana, a nonprofit organization that provides educational and counseling support to children and families. Through this work, she advocates for emotional wellness, access to education, and the importance of nurturing young minds with compassion and understanding.

Lianne’s passion for helping children feel understood is inspired in part by her own experiences as a mother and by the many families she has encountered through her work. She believes that books can open conversations that might otherwise feel too difficult to start, and that stories can help children find language for feelings they may not yet know how to express.

Through her writing, Lianne hopes to create stories that families return to again and again, books that comfort children, strengthen bonds, and remind readers of the enduring power of love.