Aunt Lou Book Series Category:  Children ISBN-10:  9781451239706 ISBN-13: 9781451239706 “Why Did This Happen to Me, Aunt Lou?” aims to help children who have experienced hardships or trauma in their lives to understand that God is by their side. "Why Did This Happen to Me, Aunt Lou?" aims to aid parents with the conversation with their child after a traumatic event.  The book is written in a manner that makes it appropriate for a broad range of scenarios. Aunt Lou is the most loving, Christain role model that you can introduce into your child's life.  The character is based on a precious woman the author grew up knowing as Louise Ritchie.  She passed away in 2009 from the complications of alzheimers disease.  Her spirit lives on in these works.  You can purchase your copy at:  http://www.publishamerica.net/product94578.html

Megan Hall
"For many families there comes a time when the questions that children pose can seem completely unanswerable. For families that have endured tragedy, loss, or some form of abuse the book written by Rachel J. Stolle can help parents answer some of the painful questions and give the child hope and love through the grace of God. Honestly, one hopes that the need for this book will never arise but for those who have the need this book fills a void that has long been empty and ignored due to the almost painful nature of the topic. This book answers the call to aid the lost and hurt children of the world and answer the question of why did this happen to me."
-Megan N. Hall

Nan Holmes
When young children experience trauma, it is very important to acknowledge that trauma and help a come to a place where they feel safe again. “Why did This Happen to me, Aunt Lou?” is written in a way that opens the door for dialogue and healing to begin, from a Christian faith perspective. Beautifully illustrated, it offers hope and encouragement for children who need a message of unconditional love. This is crucial in helping a child understand that they did not do something “wrong,” but rather, are cherished by God. It is the message that so many children never hear and as a result, grow to be adults with a wide variety of mental health challenges. One thing known today is that we must help children because they cannot help themselves. This book may be one thing that offers a “life ring” to a wounded child.

Nan Holmes, Waco, Texas
Talitha Koum Institute


Poetic Monthly Magazine
A beautiful children’s Christian based story broad enough to deal with any crisis a child may endure. Typically, after a crisis we question why did this happen? Aunt Lou, is a loving character that explains in depth why sometimes bad things happen to good people, even children. I love the fact the author took the time to explain “free will” and how God gives us all the opportunity to choose. Even in our wrong decisions, God will forgive us and He loves and cares for each of us. The author does an excellent job of displaying scriptures to support the story. The illustrations are colorful and include children of all races. I thoroughly enjoyed the book and would love to see a possible series develop with the character Aunt Lou. Great book, I would highly recommend it!