You Mind You Matter Books
Thoughtfully created stories, journals, resources and books that inspire confidence, curiosity and emotional wellbeing - from childhood and beyond.
Featured Book
Rozaroo: The African Kangaroo
Sometimes the things that makes us different... make us brilliant.
Meet Rozaroo, a little kangaroo whose pouch is on her back instead of her front.​
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While the other kangaroos wonder why she's different, Rozaroo begins to question whether she truly belongs.
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But when an unexpected challenge arises, she discovers that the very thing she once wished she could change becomes her greatest strength.
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A heartwarming picture book celebrating confidence, kindness and the beauty of being yourself.
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Perfect for children aged 4-8 and anyone who has ever felt a little different.
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Why I Wrote Rozaroo
Every child deserves to know that they are enough, exactly as they are.
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As a Rapid Transformational Therapist, I've seen how powerful our beliefs can be. My hope is that this story helps plant seeds of confidence, kindness and self-belief from an early age.
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Rozaroo brings that same message to children through storytelling.
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I hope every child who reads this book walks away knowing that being different... is something to celebrate!
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Because every child deserves to grow up believing they matter.
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~Roz
Perfect For
Building confidence
Bedtime stories
Celebrating individuality
Home & school
Libraries
Meaningful conversations
Belonging
Kindness
Ages 4-8
Inside the Book
Take a little peak inside Rozaroo's world...
Meet Rozaroo and discover the beginning of an unforgettable adventure. Here's a glimpse inside the book... but we'll leave the rest for you to discover.
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Tap through the images to bounce through a sneak peek of Rozaroo's story!
The cover of Rozaroo: The African Kangaroo, introducing Rozaroo and the uplifting message that our differences can become our greatest strengths.
The opening title page of Rozaroo: The African Kangaroo, a heartwarming children's story celebrating confidence, kindness and embracing what makes us unique.
The adventure is only just beginning. Discover how Rozaroo learns that being different can become her greatest strength.
The cover of Rozaroo: The African Kangaroo, introducing Rozaroo and the uplifting message that our differences can become our greatest strengths.
Meet the Author
Hi, I'm Roz Swaffer.
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I'm the founder of You Mind You Matter Books, where I create stories that inspire confidence, spark imagination and remind us that being different is something to celebrate.
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Rozaroo: The African Kangaroo is my first published book, and the beginning of what I hope will become a growing collection of stories filled with warmth, heart and some memorable characters.
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When I'm not writing, you'll usually find me cycling through the Kent countryside, enjoying nature and dreaming up adventures for the next book!
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Thank you for stopping by - I hope you enjoy meeting Rozaroo as much as I enjoyed creating her.
Coming Next...
More stories and practical resources from You Mind You Matter Books are already in development...
Contact
I'd love to hear from you!
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Whether you have a question about Rozaroo, would like to share your child's thoughts, enquire about future books, or discuss collaborations, feel free to get in touch.