Deborah Lakritz | Children's Author

Welcome to my website! I feel extremely fortunate to be a children’s author. My inspiration comes from the big and little experiences that happen every day. It’s so exciting to follow the journey of a real-life event to a story and then, finally, to a book. I hope you can do that someday, too!

On Lily’s first visit to Shalom House, she clings closely to her mom, overwhelmed by all the new faces. Mrs. Seidel compliments Lily’s new shoes and Dr. Berman, who used to be a dentist, asks Lily for a smile, but Lily is too shy to respond. In time, Lily joins the activities, makes new friends, and celebrates a birthday to remember.

by Deborah Lakritz
illustrated by Martha Avilés