Why My Books Are Kindle-Only (For Now)
At this stage, all of my books are available only in Kindle format. This decision is very intentional.
When I wrote my first book, Lucy’s Liver Transplant, I was literally writing from my parents’ sofa while dying. A year or so later, with fresh eyes and renewed health, I realised just how much I could improve it. That experience taught me something vital: my books are part of my healing journey, and they grow as I grow. Keeping them in Kindle format means I can refine, update, and expand them as my insights deepen.
There are also many practical benefits:
Kindle books can be downloaded instantly, anywhere in the world—no waiting for shipping.
They are often more affordable, making them accessible to more readers.
They are environmentally friendly, saving paper, ink, packaging, and transport emissions.
They support accessibility, offering adjustable fonts, text-to-speech, and screen reader compatibility.
They save space—you can carry an entire library in your pocket.
Most importantly, they allow me to keep improving the work before I eventually move into print.
So for now, my books live in the digital world, where they can be read anywhere and updated whenever they need to be. One day I may choose to bring them into print, but only when I know each one is the very best version of itself.
Who knows, maybe one day one book may catch a publisher’s eye – but until then – I will just ‘let this go’ – into the possibility of the world. 😉
Children's Books:
‘Lucy’s Liver Transplant – A Story About Organ Donation’
This is a children’s illustrated Kindle book written to help stimulate conversation in families about the sensitive subject of organ donation and organ transplants. Lucy becomes sick with a rare illness and through a magical encounter learns about organ transplants. Described as a “heartwarming tale” we learn of how Lucy has to face something that most 7 year olds will never go through.
Covering a challenging subject like an autoimmune disease, Lucinda creates a vivid world of entertaining characters keen to help explain the message of organs and organ transplantation. This book has glorious full colour illustrations from the talented Helmut Hernandez V.
It has been written and published on the Kindle format so that it is easily accessible across the world, but Lucinda is working with translators to translate it into different languages so that the story can travel the world. The Kindle revenue will go towards printing costs so that the book can be sent in a hard version to every school in the UK. (Currently available in nine languages).
The Wishing Shell Tree
A tender and timeless picture book about loss, hope, and the quiet magic of the sea.
Set in the coastal village of Flushing in Cornwall, The Wishing Shell Tree tells the gentle story of a young boy named Connor who loses his most treasured possession—a wooden boat carved by his grandfather. With the help of “Gangdad” and a special seaside tradition, Connor learns that sometimes, when we lose something, it might be on a journey to become someone else’s treasure.
As Connor collects imperfect shells with holes made by the sea, he discovers the power of making wishes and sharing hope with others. Each shell he hangs on a quiet tree by the beach adds to a growing collection of wishes—each one a reminder that healing, connection, and kindness often begin with the smallest of gestures.
A perfect read for ages 5 to 9, this beautifully told story gently explores:
Coping with the loss of special objects
The concept of hope and emotional resilience
Beachcombing, sea treasures, and shell art
Sharing and community through simple acts of kindness
The joy of transforming nature into handmade decorations
This heartwarming picture book is ideal for bedtime reading, classroom discussions, and family trips to the beach. It also includes a historical note about the old English tradition of decorating bare branches at Christmas—a beautiful way to connect generations and celebrate the season of light.
Themes: grief, hope, emotional growth, seaside memories, wish-making, found objects, handmade traditions, Cornwall, intergenerational love
Danny the Drone
Danny isn’t like the other Drone’s. She’s the youngest, the smallest, and still in training. But when a life-saving organ needs to reach a London hospital—and the roads are blocked with snow—Danny is the only drone available.
Armed with GPS, full battery power, and a whole lot of courage, Danny must navigate a high-stakes flight through blizzards, headwinds, and ice to deliver a kidney in time.
Guided by her technician Mark, a brilliant young engineer in a wheelchair, Danny discovers that even the newest team member can make a huge difference.
Inspired by real-world technology, this fast-paced, heartwarming adventure introduces readers to the exciting ways drones are helping save lives today.
Perfect for ages 7–10
Themes: STEM, teamwork, organ donation, and inclusion
What is STEM?
STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.
These subjects help us understand how things work, invent new solutions, and solve real-world problems—just like Danny the Drone does in this story.
Whether it’s building machines, programming drones, exploring nature, or solving puzzles, STEM is all about being curious, creative, and courageous.
Maybe one day, you could use STEM to help save a life too.
In a quiet village, where winters are long and candles light the night, kindness becomes the most treasured gift of all.
When hard times come and the harvest fails, an old couple living deep in the forest decide to do something extraordinary. With wool from their sheep and wood from their hands, they begin a tradition of giving—quietly, secretly, and with love.
Over time, their gentle generosity transforms the village forever… and the spirit of their giving lives on.
The Present Giver is a beautifully told winter story about hope, kindness, and the true magic of giving.
Perfect for quiet winter nights, this story is ideal for:
Independent readers aged 7–10
Family reading and classroom discussion
Children beginning to ask thoughtful questions about the spirit behind Father Christmas
This heartwarming tale is a timeless reminder that even the smallest gifts, given with care, can warm the coldest of seasons.