Children’s book writer and illustrator Liza Uddin brings us, “Time to Sleep, Little Sheep,” and more!
Children’s book author and illustrator Liza Uddin was born in Washington DC and raised in Alexandria, Virginia. She received her bachelor’s degree in graphic design from American University, starting out at the Corcoran School of the Arts & Design.
She says: “I’ve always drawn, since I was a child. Art has always been a part of my life. I worked briefly at an ad company and did freelance jobs for a bit. I wanted to return to fine art, so I joined the Del Ray Artisans in 2013 and am loving being part of the artist community here. And, I had three pieces featured in the City Hall of Alexandria in 2015.”
In 2021, Liza began illustrating children’s books, including two titles for children’s book author Jennifer Kenney. She then decided to illustrate her own children’s story, Time to Sleep, Little Sheep!, which was published in October 2024.
“My book was a project that I’ve long been wanting to complete, and I am happy that it has finally been published and in the hands of children around the world,” Liza shares.
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Discover the magic of bedtime with this enchanting tale written by Liza Uddin. Perfect for young children, this heartwarming story follows a whimsical adventure, full of imagination and gentle life lessons that lull little ones into a peaceful night’s sleep.
With charming characters and vivid storytelling, this bedtime story takes young readers on a journey through dreamy landscapes and soothing moments, encouraging positivity, courage, and kindness. It’s a perfect read-aloud experience for parents and children to enjoy together, fostering connection and setting the tone for sweet dreams.
Whether it’s the enchanting dialogue, the magical settings, or the comforting conclusion, each page is designed to calm and delight, making this book a must-have addition to every child’s bedtime routine.
Ideal for children aged 3-7, this beautifully illustrated story will quickly become a favorite, encouraging both learning and peaceful rest.
Click here to buy the book. Available on Amazon KDP.
In this first of a series of three books, reflects on the two oddball friends who rely on their friendship to get through some difficult times with humor, compassion, and fun!
In this story they find themselves in a town with some pretty snobby folk. These two fun-loving friends create a great bond in friendship and teach a lesson to some “nosy ol hoots”. Their friendship continues to this day and they spend much of their time laughing and remembering great experiences with their kids and through many adventurous trips.
A cow and a pelican are an unlikely pair of fun-loving friends who spend their time laughing and remembering great experiences with their children.
One day as they wonder how much better the world could be if they put moms in charge to protect Mother Earth and its inhabitants, the cow and the pelican explore all the simply marvelous possibilities with help from their other animal friends. Could mothers really rearrange the world, change the planet’s diapers, and stop all life forms from reaching extinction? Maybe, just maybe, everything would run smoother and more efficiently with moms at the helm!
In this charming tale for all ages, a cow and pelican take an adventurous journey together as they imagine the improvements mothers could make if they were in charge of the world.
Scroll down for our Q&A with Liza!
Inkandescent Kids: Tell Inkandescent Kids about Time to Sleep, Little Sheep!
Liza Uddin: Perfect for young children, this heartwarming story follows a whimsical adventure, full of imagination and gentle life lessons that lull little ones into a peaceful night’s sleep.
With charming characters and vivid storytelling, this bedtime story takes young readers on a journey through dreamy landscapes and soothing moments, encouraging positivity, courage, and kindness. It’s a perfect read-aloud experience for parents and children to enjoy together, fostering connection and setting the tone for sweet dreams.
Whether it’s the enchanting dialogue, the magical settings, or the comforting conclusion, each page is designed to calm and delight, making this book a must-have addition to every child’s bedtime routine.
“Time to Sleep, Little Sheep,” by Liza Uddin
Inkandescent Kids: How old were you when you knew you wanted to be an artist?
Liza: I’ve always drawn, since I was a child. Art has always been a part of my life. I worked briefly at an ad company and did freelance jobs for a bit. I wanted to return to fine art, so I joined the Del Ray Artisans in 2013 and am loving being part of the artist community here. And, I had three pieces featured in the City Hall of Alexandria in 2015.
InkandescentKids: What is the most important thing you’ve learned about writing/ art?
Liza: Through self-publishing, I learned that I was in control and had to make sure that my team got everything right. I’ve always wanted to create a children’s book and had the idea of a bedtime story that rhymed. I wrote it in a coffee shop in 2013 and had put it aside. In 2021, I had illustrated two books for Jennifer Kenney. That same year I had met writer, Amanda Socci who wanted to feature me in her magazine, DMV Shorts. We became friends and she was the one who encouraged me to self-publish, so I finally bought an iPad and did it! I will be forever grateful to her for that.
Inkandescent Kids: How did it feel to see your work published?
Liza: My book was a project that I’ve long been wanting to complete, and I am happy that it has finally been published and in the hands of children around the world
Inkandescent Kids: What advice do you have for kids who want to become writers or artists?
Liza: Don’t ever let anyone say you can’t make art or write, because you can!