At Heartprint Books, we believe that stories have the power to shape hearts, build empathy, and stay with us long after the final page is turned.
Founded by author Martha Voorhees and educator Dr. Patrick Sanaghan, Heartprint Books is based in the heart of Bucks County, Pennsylvania - a place where rolling fields, deep roots, and close-knit communities inspire stories that matter.
We create soulful children’s books - tales of courage, kindness, curiosity, and the quiet magic found in everyday moments. From real-life animal rescues to whimsical adventures, our books celebrate the values that matter most: love, hope, family, and belonging.
Together, we craft timeless stories that speak to young readers and the people who guide them - parents, teachers, and dreamers of all ages.
Each story is made to leave a mark - not just on the page, but on the heart.
Because we believe the right story, at the right time, can change a life.
At Heartprint Books, we believe that stories have the power to shape hearts, build empathy, and stay with us long after the final page is turned.
Founded by author Martha Voorhees and educator Dr. Patrick Sanaghan, Heartprint Books is based in the heart of Bucks County, Pennsylvania - a place where rolling fields, deep roots, and close-knit communities inspire stories that matter.
We create soulful children’s books - tales of courage, kindness,...
What if the most unusual creature at the zoo became your most unforgettable friend?
Every week, Teenie visits the zoo to see Allora... a tiny platypus “puggle” with gentle eyes, soft splashes, and a quiet magic all her own. Through songs, smiles, and moments shared through the glass, a beautiful friendship begins to grow.
A wave, a honk, a wag... one little bus and two big-hearted Labs turning ordinary mornings into “small good things, repeated.”
Every morning on Willow Lane, a little yellow bus exhales its doors... pshhht... and kindness hops on. Inside ride Mr. Sunny and Miss Dot, everyday heroes who greet dogs by name and kids by grin. Outside stand Commander...
Some ponies stand just outside the herd. Ginger is one of them. This gentle, beautifully illustrated picture book shows how lonely doesn’t mean unlovable... it means you’re waiting for your people to find you.
On a small farm lane, a quiet pony named Ginger waits in the corner of her field, keeping a promise to a friend who moved away. When Lilly...
This week I’m rolling out two cozy, hope-forward picture books—stories built for couch cuddles, classroom circles, and those five quiet minutes before lights-out.
Children have an extraordinary way of noticing what adults sometimes overlook. Their hearts are wide open, their questions unfiltered, and their compassion often deeper than we...
"If you've stopped by Heartprint Books recently and wondered why things have seemed a little quiet, we can assure you that quiet is the last thing happening behind the scenes..."
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Coming Summer 2026: The Lab Pack Tails
A project that was originally scheduled for last year, but sometimes the best adventures need a little more time, a few more revisions, and two Labradors determined to make the story even better.
After the lights are packed away and the calendar flips, there’s often a pause... a strange in-between space where the world feels a little softer, a little slower. The holidays have passed, expectations have loosened, and what remains is an open stretch of days asking one simple question:
How would you like to begin again?
At Heartprint Books, we believe January isn’t meant for pressure or perfection. It’s meant for grounding. For...
A Moment of Gratitude — And an Exciting Local Spotlight
We’re deeply honored that Heartprint Books will be featured in a full-page spread in the upcoming issue of The Doylestown Cardinal.
This is a meaningful moment for us, not just because of the visibility, but because Doylestown is home... to our stories, to our community, and to so many readers who have supported us from the beginning.
Seeing our books, our mission, and our partnership showcased in a local publication reminds us why we do...
