Aim: The book explores topics like hope, love, loss, support, and loneliness, showing the importance of building strong, lasting connections.
My name is Janet Campbell, a Londoner of Jamaican heritage, and I come from a large, loving family. Throughout my career as a support worker, I’ve had the privilege of working with young people both in one-to-one and group settings within schools. This experience has ignited my passion for teaching young people the invaluable skills of reading and writing. I believe that storytelling holds the power to teach life lessons and to inspire others.
I wrote my first children’s book, Ben Goes to the Seaside, while I was in secondary school, so this upcoming project will be my second book. The idea of publishing this book has always been a dream of mine.
The motivation to write this book became even stronger after I tore my Achilles tendon. Unable to work or leave the house, I decided to use the time to focus on completing my book. With the support of my close family and friends, and through extensive research on relationships, I was able to explore various topics about love, relationships, and the challenges they come with.
Publishing this book means the world to me. I believe that it has the potential to inspire someone to believe in themselves and realise the power of determination in achieving their dreams.
Why I’ve Written This Book
Growing up, I often felt overlooked and misunderstood. As an only child, I faced bullying from primary school through to secondary school, which made me feel isolated. With little extra support in school, I struggled and was constantly made to feel that I wasn’t good at much.
However, one thing that kept me going was my love for reading and writing. I still remember writing a children’s story about a lonely clock, which I was incredibly proud of. But when it was questioned whether I’d actually written it, that moment planted a seed of doubt in my abilities.
Despite that, it also set a dream in motion: the dream that I could write a book. This book represents that dream and the strength it took to overcome self-doubt. It’s for anyone who has ever been made to feel less than, and it’s a reminder that there’s always hope for a brighter future through perseverance.
How I’ll Use the Money I Raise
The funds I raise will go towards the publication process of my book, including editing, designing the cover, printing, and promoting it. I aim to make this book accessible to as many people as possible, especially those who need a reminder that they can overcome their struggles and make their dreams a reality.
To make this dream a reality, I need your help. With your support, I’ll be able to bring this book to life and share its message of hope, love, and determination with the world.
Funding method
Keep what you raise – this project will receive all pledges made by 7th August 2025 at 11:59am