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WOOHOO!! Book 2 in The Backpack Series is HERE! The Blue Backpack You Don’t See is now available for purchase online!

“Save $10 when you buy The Backpack Bundle which includes The Backpack You Don’t See and The Blue Backpack You Don’t See for $30.00

Just in time for Christmas and New Year’s gift giving, The Backpack You Don’t See, is available for purchase now in soft cover!

The Blue Backpack You Don’t See, was launched on October 10, 2025- World Mental Health Day 2025.

Julie-Ann is currently booking Author Visits. Please email info@thebackpackseries.com to check Julie-Ann’s availability.

“I finished your book this past weekend and wanted to let you know I found it completely enchanting and absolutely lovely. The way you’ve approached recognizing and acknowledging emotions in such an accessible and curious way to both children and adults is truly inspiring. Thank you for sharing your talent and insight with the world—it’s a beautiful gift that will undoubtedly make a positive impact.” — Heidi Walk, MD CFPC

“The Blue Backpack You Don’t See, is a beautifully written story that gently but powerfully introduces children to the idea of emotional awareness. Using the relatable metaphor of an invisible backpack to represent the feelings we all carry, especially sadness. The story offers a way to help children understand and name, and normalize their emotional experiences of sadness. It offers a compassionate perspective on sadness, exclusion, change, and the ups and downs of growing up complexities over emotional experiences. It is an invaluable tool for parents, educators, and mental health professionals to use with children to teach emotional awareness which enhances resilience. As psychologists, we appreciate the story’s ability to validate difficult feelings while also offering a path toward resilience and hope. We look forward to using this beautiful story with our clients.” — Dr. Sandra Mendlowitz, PhD. Psych., and Dr. Silvia Bernardini, PhD. C.Psych., Co-Directors, Reframe Psychology Clinic, Toronto