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From the Worlds of Dr. Bess Stories. Wisdom. Wholeness. Wonder. November 2026 · Issue 01 Welcome, friend. As the holiday season draws closer, I’m glad to welcome you to the first issue of From the Worlds of Dr. Bess. My creative work travels through many places—children’s imagination, relationships, faith, music, learning, and the quieter moments when we pause to reflect. This newsletter brings those Worlds together so you can discover what speaks to you. This month, I’m sharing festive books for little readers, a playful introduction to caring careers, a flexible planner, conversations about love and wholeness, and a little Christmas music. Let’s explore together. Little hands, happy holiday moments Jumbo Little Holiday Hearts Coloring Books Universe · Ages 1–3 · English–Spanish Snowmen, gingerbread, reindeer, kittens, stars, and cheerful holiday hearts fill this festive coloring book for toddlers. Part of The Festive Season Color Companions, it offers 40 jumbo coloring illustrations, extra-thick outlines, large open spaces, and simple English and Spanish words and phrases to explore with a grown-up. Make room for a few crayons, a little conversation, and a moment of creativity together. Explore Jumbo Little Holiday Hearts The Night Before an Underwater Christmas Myrah & Sharky’s Adventures and Learning · Bilingual holiday storytelling Take the Christmas excitement beneath the waves with Myrah and Sharky. This English–Spanish holiday adventure brings friendship and wonder into their colorful underwater World. It is Book 1 in Myrah & Sharky’s Magical Underwater Christmas Adventures—a festive place to begin exploring the series together. Discover the underwater Christmas adventure Big dreams begin with a little play Little Health Helpers Big Dreams, Little Explorers · Ages 3–8 · English–Spanish What might it feel like to do a job that helps care for others? In Little Health Helpers, four friends—Lila, Kai, Sofia, and Jamal—dress up and explore caring work through play, with stuffed patients and opportunities to take brave first steps. This bilingual picture book invites young readers to discover new words and imagine new possibilities. Parents and educators can keep the conversation going with a simple question. “How would you like to help someone today?” Meet the Little Health Helpers Make room for a gentler kind of progress The Dopamine Flow Planner Planners Universe · Six months · Undated What if planning felt less like pressure and more like finding your flow? This colorful, flexible planner offers space to set priorities, break tasks into manageable steps, notice your energy, and celebrate small wins. Because it is undated, you can begin when you are ready. Whether you are organizing a busy week or returning to an important goal, there is room to pause, reset, and begin again. A thought for this month—what is one small step worth celebrating? Explore The Dopamine Flow Planner Conversations for healthier love 100 Truths That Make Love Feel Safe Relationship Goals Universe Healthy love shouldn’t keep you guessing. This book explores the everyday patterns that help relationships become more honest, steady, respectful, and secure. Its one hundred truths consider boundaries, trust, communication, consistency, conflict repair, family influence, forgiveness, and the choices we face when love reaches a crossroads. Read a truth, sit with it, and consider how it connects with your own experience. Explore 100 Truths That Make Love Feel Safe Listen to Relationship Goals Universe Continue the conversation through the podcast, where we explore modern love, dating, communication, relationship patterns, and human behavior. If you are discovering the show for the first time, visit its Spotify page and choose a conversation that meets you where you are. Listen to Relationship Goals Universe A quieter moment in your day The Rhythm of Wholeness Prayer · Reflection · Wellness education A busy season can also be an invitation to make a little room for stillness. Hosted by Dr. Bess, The Rhythm of Wholeness offers two pathways—Prayer and Wellness. Explore scripture-anchored guided prayers or practical wellness education for the pressures of everyday life. Choose a moment to listen, reflect, and reconnect with what matters to you. Listen to The Rhythm of Wholeness Wellness content is for general education and information. For personal healthcare questions, consult a qualified healthcare professional. A little music for the season Jingle All the Way to Christmas — Bessie Nova Bessie Nova Music Universe Bring a little seasonal cheer into your day with Jingle All the Way to Christmas. Follow the listening link and choose from the platforms listed for the release. Bessie Nova’s music moves through praise, soul, African rhythms, worship, storytelling, and reflection—many sounds connected by one storytelling voice. Many Sounds. One Voice. Stories That Touch the Soul. Three more Worlds to discover Baron Truffleboots World Royal mischief, humor, and adventure await at Trufflebrook Palace. Explore a children’s storytelling World built around memorable characters, playful surprises, and life lessons. Christian Books Discover the faith-centered part of the Dr. Bess collection, with books and resources for spiritual growth, reflection, and family reading. Journals Find thoughtful spaces for writing, gratitude, ideas, and personal reflection. This month, begin with one prompt. “What would I like to carry into the season ahead—and what am I ready to set down?” Help shape what comes next Three separate apps are in planning for Android and iOS.
The Community Hub has dedicated spaces for these apps and for the different Universes. Share a question, suggest a feature, or tell me what you would love to see next. Parents, caregivers, and educators are welcome to contribute ideas on behalf of children. Until next time Thank you for being here at the beginning of this newsletter. Whether you find a story to share with a child, a song to brighten the room, a question worth discussing, or a moment to reflect, I hope these Worlds bring something meaningful into your day. Warmly, Dr. Bess Author · Creator · Storyteller Explore all the Worlds of Dr. Bess |
