Cher Young - Author & Artist

07/11/2026

The Ulti-MUTT Guide to French Bulldog Picture Books!

Get ready to snuggle up with the most adorable, snorting, and charming characters in children's literature! We're diving into the wonderful world of picture books starring French Bulldogs....

Get ready to snuggle up with the most adorable, snorting, and charming characters in children’s literature! We’re diving into the wonderful world of picture books starring French Bulldo…

07/11/2026

5 Must-Read Picture Books to Ease Kindergarten Jitters

Starting kindergarten is a huge milestone filled with excitement and a healthy dose of jitters. Discover five of the best picture books that can help ease the transition, from classics like "The Kissing Hand" to modern favorites like "The King of Kindergarten." This guide will help you use the power of story to turn first-day fears into first-day fun....

Starting kindergarten is a huge milestone filled with excitement and a healthy dose of jitters. Discover five of the best picture books that can help ease the transition, from classics like “…

07/10/2026

Pack a Blanket and a Book: The 10 Best Picture Books for a Family Picnic

Planning a family picnic? Don't forget to pack a good book! Discover our top 10 children's picture books that are perfect for reading aloud on a blanket in the sunshine....

Planning a family picnic? Don’t forget to pack a good book! Discover our top 10 children’s picture books that are perfect for reading aloud on a blanket in the sunshine.

07/10/2026

Splash Into Summer: The Best Children’s Picture Books for Sunny Days

Discover the best children's picture books to read this summer! From beach adventures to quiet, starlit nights, this list has the perfect story to capture the magic of the season for your little one....

Discover the best children’s picture books to read this summer! From beach adventures to quiet, starlit nights, this list has the perfect story to capture the magic of the season for your lit…

05/21/2026

Thanks for the flowers love ❤️

03/14/2026

Curious what my first story was? This blog post will tell you all about it.

The Alligator Story – And Why I Write for the little Wild Ones In one of the many neighborhoods I grew up in, I was the only girl on the block. My best friend lived next door, our other best …

03/09/2026

Want to make them beg to go outside? Add these 7 verified picture books to your shelf immediately!​

Spring is here, the mud is calling, and screens are losing the battle. If your little one needs a nudge toward the great outdoors, these picture books are nature’s best marketing campaign. Each one…

03/09/2026

I picked this up today at ! I am working on being kinder to myself on my healing journey. 💖💜🌈💕🦩

03/09/2026

Sometimes I miss my photography days.

There was something so special about photographing newborns and families. Those tiny fingers, sleepy little stretches, the way parents look at their baby like the whole world just changed overnight. Capturing those moments always felt like such an honor.

One thing I always tell families is this. Don’t forget to take pictures of your little ones, and make sure you print them. Digital images get lost so easily in the endless scroll of our phones, but printed photos become part of your home and your family’s story.

These early days pass so quickly. The tiny details change before you even realize it.

If you ever have the chance, consider hiring a photographer. Most of us pour our whole hearts into capturing those fleeting moments, because we know how precious they are.

Photographs become little time capsules. Years from now, your children will look back at them and see how deeply they were loved from the very beginning.

Maybe I will dust off my camera one of these days.

03/09/2026

Some books come into your life because someone you love poured their whole heart into them.

My dear friends Jenna Givens and Amelia Mangham have created something truly special with Free to Be Me: The Elephant in the Room, and I could not be more proud of them both. I have written up a full review on the blog because this book genuinely deserves it.

The good news? It will be available here in the US very soon! Head to www.jlgivens.co.uk for updates and go read the review to find out why this one needs to be on your shelf. 🌈 https://authorcheryoung.com/2026/03/08/free-to-be-me-a-beautiful-celebration-of-being-yourself/

This is the book we all wish we had as kids.

“Free to Be Me” by J. L. Givens is a heartwarming children’s book featuring vibrant illustrations and relatable themes of self-identity and kindness. It fosters meaningful discuss…