You Make the World Better

Celebrate someone who adds joy, kindness, and meaning to everyday life with the heartfelt affirmations in this illustrated gratitude gift book.

We live in a world filled with wonderful things— beautiful places, exciting opportunities, and unforgettable moments. But what really brings them to life are the people we know—the ones who make the adventure worth taking, who turn experiences into memories, and who make our world better.

This appreciation gift book is for those special people. Gift it to a volunteer who serves with all their heart, a teacher who goes above and beyond, a mentor who leads with generosity, or a friend who can always be counted on. This collection of quotes and empowering statements is an opportunity to thank them for the things they do—and for the way they add extra to the ordinary.

M.H. Clark is a poet and writer who has received multiple awards, including the Washington State Book Award and two Moonbeam Children's Book Awards. She has traveled the world and lived in many wonderful places--but she believes she belongs most of all in a little house with a large library, someplace where the forest meets the sea.

Jessica Phoenix was born in Massachusetts to creative parents who didn't bat an eye when she decided to attend art school. After earning her BFA in illustration at the Rhode Island School of Design, she moved to Seattle to illustrate and design products for Compendium. There she's grown her love of color, hand lettering, and pattern design. She enjoys painting flowers, mixing cocktails, and hanging out with her silly husband and two cats.