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Sweet Cherry scoop the first in a mindfulness series from Kirsty Topley
Sweet Cherry has scooped Kirsty Topley’s Ernie’s Mindful Journey, an "inspiring and heart-warming" picture book. Sanjee de Silva, publisher, acquired world rights directly from the author for publication in March 2025.
Illustrated and written by Topley, Ernie’s Mindful Journey is the first in a series encouraging mindfulness for young readers. It tells the story of Ernie, "whose brain moves so fast that [he] struggles to keep up". Seeking help from his friend Bernie, he learns about the calming activities to help him slow down and find peace in the present.
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Topley commented: "I’m so excited to be publishing my debut picture book with Sweet Cherry. I created the stories that I wish existed when I was younger, with messages that I needed to hear. My hope is that these books encourage mental wellness and mindfulness in the next generation.”
De Silva added: "“When I first saw Ernie’s Mindful Journey, I knew it was something special. It’s a beautifully crafted story with an essential message for young readers: mindfulness and self-care are so important in today’s fast-paced world. Kirsty’s talent as both a writer and illustrator shines through on every page.”
