Book Review of Always There, Rocking Chair
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Always There, Rocking Chair
Written by Tybre’ana Eaddy
Illustrated by Jezzus
Ages: 4-8 | 40 Pages
Publisher: Little Lantern Literature, imprint of Poeyetry Press (2026) | ISBN: 978-1-969513-00-8
What to Expect: Family, home, community, life memories, resilience.
With warmth and subtlety, this picture book explores the idea that support is often most powerful when it is constant and unseen, and invites readers to consider the often overlooked foundations that transform an ordinary building into the extraordinary thing we call home.
In every home, you can usually find an object around which the life of the family revolves—a seemingly ordinary object that no one really notices, but which holds the memories, experiences, and emotions that bind a family together—an object like a rocking chair. Steady but unnoticed, the chair sits on the porch as the family grows and changes, through laughter and exhaustion, work and play, supporting the family through a lifetime of moments both big and small.
Then, the unthinkable happens—in a violet storm, the chair is blown away. Only when it is gone do the family realize just how important it was to their lives. But when something is that important, you don’t just let it go.
The story features a close-knit, multigenerational family of color, inviting readers to relate to the everyday moments and ordinary challenges that they share and contributing to much-needed positive representation in stories of home and family. The artwork features a gentle, naturalistic color palette and a careful use of body language and facial expressions to create a sense of intimacy, tenderness, and connection, elevating everyday moments and inviting children to see themselves reflected in these depictions of loving, supported family life.
With its emphasis on gratitude and support, Always There, Rocking Chair is perfect for shared reading and as a starting point for exploring themes of family, appreciation, and the unseen acts of care that shape our lives.
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About the Author
Tybre’ana Eaddy is a debut children’s author and emotional storyteller creating artistic work that helps families build more intentional connections from an early age. With a background in hospitality and years of hands-on experience working with children in educational settings, she is known for curating memorable experiences that leave a lasting emotional impact.
She is the founder of Tyberiana, a sensory-based brand with a mission to make emotional growth something children and the inner child within us can feel, practice, and carry for life.
To learn more about Tybre’ana’s journey and the heart behind her work, visit www.tyberiana.com.
About the Illustrator
Jezzus is a Venezuelan artist whose creative career began in the world of realistic drawing and pencil portraits. He later developed a keen interest in digital art, where he has refined his skills in character creation, detail, and visual storytelling. His passion for design and expressive imagery has naturally expanded to illustration, where he brings depth and emotion to every page. Always There, Rocking Chair is his first picture book, illustrated with a unique combination of rough sketches and digital watercolor.
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