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SOUTH SOUNDS TALK:
- https://www.southsoundtalk.com/2026/02/16/from-hospital-halls-to-storybook-pages-how-brandi-harrington-turned-family-trauma-into-healing-childrens-books/

TACOMA NEWS TRIBUNE
- https://www.thenewstribune.com/news/local/article190522784.html

SEATTLE CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL
- https://www.seattlechildrens.org/giving/ambassadors/oliver/

AWAKEN HOPE SHOW
- https://theawakenhopeshow.com/awaken-hope-with-brandi-harrington/

Press Release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Local Author Brandi Harrington Expands Award-Worthy Children’s Book Series Focused on Inclusion, Faith, and Resilience

Tacoma, WA – April 29, 2026 – Brandi Harrington, a Washington State-based children’s author, speaker, and university professor, announces the continued expansion of her children’s book series designed to support children, families, educators, and medical professionals navigating disability, illness, and emotional growth.

Inspired by her personal journey as a mother of a medically complex child diagnosed with epilepsy and cerebral palsy, Harrington creates stories that foster empathy, inclusion, and understanding through accessible, meaningful storytelling.

Current Children’s Book Series

Charlie & Chase: Understanding My Brother's Disability – A sibling-focused story that explores love, patience, and understanding when a brother has a disability.

YIKES! My Mom Is on Bed Rest – Follows a young child adjusting to family change during a mother’s pregnancy bed rest, highlighting resilience and support.

Wiggles and Shakes: Bennett Learns About Epilepsy – Helps children understand epilepsy through the eyes of a young boy navigating seizures and uncertainty.

Silas Stands Tall: A School Story About Cerebral Palsy – A story of courage, friendship, and self-advocacy as Silas shares his experience with cerebral palsy in a new school environment.

Trouble With Buttons: The Hungry Button Monster – A playful and imaginative story that helps children explore curiosity, problem-solving, and emotional regulation through a whimsical “button monster” adventure.

Rosalie's Special Prayer – A gentle story centered on faith, comfort, and hope as Rosalie learns that prayer can bring peace during uncertain times.

Author’s Purpose

Harrington began writing after her son’s life-threatening medical complications at birth and subsequent diagnosis at age three. Her books are designed to explain complex medical and emotional experiences in child-friendly language that builds understanding rather than fear. “Each story comes from lived experience as a mom navigating a world I never expected,” Harrington shares. “My goal is to give families language, hope, and connection when they need it most.”

Additional Services & Resources

In addition to her books, Harrington offers:

School and library author visits
Interactive read-aloud sessions
Workshops for educators, medical teams, and parent groups
Speaking engagements on disability awareness, resilience, and inclusion

More information about services and booking can be found at: www.brandiharrington.com/services

Availability

All books are available through Amazon.

Contact Information

Brandi Harrington

Email: brandiharrington.author@gmail.com

Website: www.brandiharrington.com

Social Media:
Facebook: Brandi Harrington, Children’s Author & Speaker
Instagram: @brandiharrington_author

About Brandi Harrington

Brandi Harrington is a wife, mother of three, university professor, speaker, and children’s author based in Washington State. She brings over 20 years of leadership and educational experience into her storytelling. Her work is rooted in compassion, faith, and advocacy for children of all abilities, and she enjoys coffee-fueled writing sessions and family adventures in her Sprinter van.