About Tara Pili Vesa
About the Author
Tara Pili Vesa is an emerging author in the children’s picture book space, passionate about creating engaging stories that focus on social-emotional behavior. Her work aims to make the complex world of emotions more relatable for children, parents, and educators alike, providing tools to identify, regulate, and express feelings in healthy ways.
As a parent navigating life with ADHD and raising neurodivergent children, Tara brings a unique perspective to her writing. While not a clinical expert, she believes that lived experiences are invaluable. Her journey inspired her to identify a gap in children’s literature—stories that validate and empower kids struggling with big emotions while also offering practical guidance for families and educators.
Tara’s books reflect her deep empathy and creativity, offering readers relatable scenarios and actionable insights. She hopes to inspire meaningful conversations and connections among children and their support systems, fostering emotional intelligence and resilience from a young age.
When she’s not writing, Tara enjoys outdoor adventures, gardening, and experimenting with creative arts like glassworking. Her favorite moments are those spent with her two children, who continue to inspire her work every day.