Heart Happy Stories

Stories best shared with someone you love

Explore Our Series

Welcome to Our Story

Hebert Family Storyworks creates warm, heart-happy children's books that celebrate curiosity, kindness, and everyday moments of growth. Our stories are crafted with love by the Hebert family, designed to be shared between children and the people who care about them most.

From learning new skills to exploring creative pursuits, our books help young readers build confidence, develop patience, and discover joy in the journey of learning.

Our Series

Mark & Rudi's Guitar Shop

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Mark & Rudi's Shop Series

The Mark & Rudi's Shop series invites young readers into friendly, familiar shops where curiosity is welcomed and every question is worth asking. Each story follows Mark and Rudi as they listen, guide, and gently support children exploring something new—showing that learning often begins with feeling seen, heard, and encouraged.

These books are about:

  • Asking questions
  • Trying something new with support
  • Learning through conversation and discovery
  • Gaining confidence in welcoming, real-world spaces

Learning feels easier when someone takes the time to listen.

📚 Available in Paperback & Kindle formats

Stella Draws a Butterfly

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Stella Draws Series

The Stella Draws series invites young readers into a quiet, creative space where ideas begin with simple marks and grow through curiosity and practice. Each story follows Stella as she draws, notices patterns, experiments with shapes, and adds details—showing children that creativity doesn't need to be perfect or planned.

These books are about:

  • Exploring ideas freely
  • Seeing how small parts come together
  • Building confidence through repetition and discovery
  • Enjoying the process, not just the result

Ideas grow when we give them space, patience, and a chance to begin.

📚 Available in Paperback & Kindle formats

Grayson Bakes a Cookie

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Grayson Bakes Series

The Grayson Bakes series invites young readers into a calm, welcoming kitchen where learning happens one gentle step at a time. Each story follows Grayson as he bakes with patience, care, and curiosity—showing children that it's okay to move slowly, to make small mistakes, and to take pride in trying.

These books are about:

  • Paying attention
  • Trusting the process
  • Building confidence through effort
  • Finding quiet joy in everyday routines

Good things take time—and trying is always worth it.

📚 Available in Paperback & Kindle formats

Thomas Builds a Tower

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Thomas Builds Series

The Thomas Builds series invites young readers into a thoughtful building space where ideas take shape slowly, one piece at a time. Each story follows Thomas as he plans, builds, notices, and adjusts—showing children that building isn't about rushing to the finish, but about thinking carefully, solving problems, and learning along the way.

These books are about:

  • Trying ideas
  • Paying attention to how things fit
  • Adjusting when something doesn't work
  • Growing confidence through steady effort

Strong things are built slowly, and every attempt helps ideas grow.

📚 Available in Paperback & Kindle formats

April Makes a Healthy Snack

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April – Healthy Eating Series

The April – Healthy Eating series invites young readers into warm, everyday moments where food is prepared with care, attention, and calm. Each story follows April as she washes, cuts, arranges, and prepares simple foods—showing children that healthy habits are built slowly, through routine, patience, and gentle guidance.

These books are about:

  • Caring for our bodies
  • Taking time with everyday tasks
  • Building confidence through simple routines
  • Finding comfort in calm, familiar moments

Healthy choices grow best in calm, caring moments.

📚 Available in Paperback & Kindle formats

Jo Learns to Skateboard

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Jo Learns Series

The Jo Learns series invites young readers into everyday moments where trying something new feels exciting, a little challenging, and always worth exploring. Each story follows Jo as she learns new skills, practices patiently, and grows more confident through effort and experience—showing children that learning is a process, not something that has to be perfect or fast.

These books are about:

  • Trying again
  • Learning through practice
  • Building confidence step by step
  • Finding joy in progress

Every new skill begins with a brave first try.

📚 Available in Paperback & Kindle formats

Reading Levels

Find the perfect book for your child's reading journey. Each level is carefully designed to support growing readers with age-appropriate content and learning goals.

Ages 2-4 Parent's Guide

Ages 2-4: Pre-Kindergarten/Emergent Reader

Picture books with minimal text. Focus on images telling the story. Repetitive words and phrases.

Perfect for:

  • First Words - Simple vocabulary and word recognition through repetition
  • Listening Skills - Short sentences perfect for read-aloud sessions
  • Visual Learning - Bold illustrations that tell the story
Ages 4-6 Parent's Guide

Ages 4-6: Kindergarten

Simple sentences with basic sight words. Heavy illustration support. Predictable patterns.

Perfect for:

  • Sight Words - Common words that build reading confidence
  • Reading Together - Ideal for shared reading and early independence
  • Story Structure - Beginning, middle, and end concepts
Ages 5-7 Parent's Guide

Ages 5-7: Grade 1

Short sentences building to simple paragraphs. Still illustration-heavy. Beginning chapter awareness.

Perfect for:

  • Early Reading - Simple sentences build confidence
  • Vocabulary Building - New words introduced in context
  • Comprehension - Story elements encourage understanding
Ages 6-8 Parent's Guide

Ages 6-8: Grade 2

Longer sentences, short paragraphs, early chapter book format. Dialogue introduced.

Perfect for:

  • Fluency - Varied sentence lengths support smooth reading
  • Character Understanding - Relatable characters build empathy
  • Reading Stamina - Longer format builds endurance
Ages 7-9 Parent's Guide

Ages 7-9: Grade 3

Chapter books with multiple chapters. Complex sentences. Character development.

Perfect for:

  • Independent Reading - Complex yet accessible
  • Critical Thinking - Story elements encourage inference
  • Advanced Vocabulary - Context clues help tackle new words
Coloring Book Ages 3+ Parent's Guide

Ages 3+: Coloring Books

Minimal text, label-based. Focus on clear outlines for coloring. May include simple instructions.

Perfect for:

  • Fine Motor Skills - Coloring develops hand strength and control
  • Creativity - Open-ended coloring encourages imagination
  • Focus & Calm - Coloring promotes mindfulness
Activity Book Ages 4-8 Parent's Guide

Ages 4-8: Activity Books

Instruction-based text. Puzzles, mazes, matching. Grade-level vocabulary for instructions.

Perfect for:

  • Problem Solving - Puzzles develop logical thinking
  • Following Directions - Clear instructions build independence
  • Learning Through Play - Fun activities reinforce concepts

Ready to start your child's reading journey?

Meet Our Authors

The Hebert Family

The Hebert family loves telling stories together. Mark (Dad), April (Mom), Thomas, Grayson, and Stella all help create books filled with imagination, laughter, and heart. As a family, they share ideas, characters, and adventures—sometimes around the kitchen table and sometimes just before bedtime.

They believe the best stories come from teamwork, creativity, and love. By working together, the Heberts hope to create books that feel warm, fun, and welcoming—stories that children and families can enjoy together, again and again.

Mark Hebert

Mark Hebert

Mark Hebert loves creating warm, happy stories for children. He believes the best books help kids feel curious, confident, and kind. Mark enjoys turning everyday moments—like learning something new or helping a friend—into fun adventures filled with heart.

When he's not writing, Mark loves music, family time, and dreaming up new ideas that make kids smile. He hopes his stories inspire young readers to explore, learn, and believe in themselves—one page at a time.

April Hebert

April Hebert

April Hebert is an author and storyteller who enjoys creating calm, heart-happy stories for young readers. She loves cooking nourishing meals, reading, hiking in nature, and exploring healthy, balanced living. These interests shape her gentle, thoughtful approach to storytelling and her love of everyday moments that help children feel safe, curious, and confident.

Through her books, April hopes to encourage kindness, curiosity, and a sense of comfort for children and the grown-ups who read with them.

Thomas Hebert

Thomas Hebert

Thomas Hebert is an author and creative contributor with a strong love for music and storytelling. He is especially passionate about music and enjoys playing the saxophone, along with exploring other instruments. When he's not making music, Thomas loves playing video games, spending time with friends, traveling, and discovering great food wherever he goes.

Through his involvement in storytelling, Thomas hopes to inspire creativity, curiosity, and joy, encouraging young readers to explore their interests and have fun along the way.

Grayson Hebert

Grayson Hebert

Grayson Hebert is an author and creative contributor who enjoys sharing stories inspired by music, creativity, and exploration. He is an active percussionist, playing in several bands, and loves capturing moments through photography. Grayson also enjoys sports, traveling, and baking, always curious about new experiences and creative ways to express himself.

Through his storytelling, Grayson hopes to spark curiosity, creativity, and confidence in young readers, encouraging them to explore the world around them with open eyes and an open mind.

Stella Hebert

Stella Hebert

Stella Hebert is an author and creative contributor with a love for music, art, and self-expression. She enjoys playing the clarinet and is a talented artist who loves drawing and painting, always exploring new creative ideas. Stella is also interested in fashion and makeup, enjoying the fun and creativity of putting together looks that help her feel confident and expressive.

Through her storytelling and creativity, Stella hopes to inspire imagination, confidence, and joyful self-expression in young readers.

Ceanna Joudreyschulz

Ceanna Joudreyschulz

Ceanna Joudreyschulz is an author and creative contributor who loves thoughtful moments, gentle learning, and everyday creativity. She enjoys skateboarding, shopping, hanging out with friends, and experiencing life to its fullest, while also finding meaning in small, ordinary moments. Ceanna is especially drawn to activities that encourage patience, focus, and self-awareness.

Through her storytelling, Ceanna hopes to offer young readers a sense of calm confidence and reassurance, showing that learning doesn't need to be rushed. Her stories encourage children to move slowly, notice how they feel, and trust themselves as they learn and grow.