Max Meets the Health Care Team: A Helping Hands and Brave Hearts Story

Owner, Writer, Storyteller - Keepsake Verse Studio

Alana Gongol creates sweet, heartwarming children's books that inspire curiosity, kindness, and joy. A scientist by training, Alana brings a thoughtful, research-informed lens to storytelling, blending imagination with meaningful life lessons. Her work centers on helping young readers explore big feelings, ask brave questions, and discover the wonder of the world around them. Whether she is writing about science, empathy, or everyday courage, her stories provide a safe and uplifting space for children to grow. As an educator and lifelong learner, Alana believes that understanding the world begins with curiosity. Through Keepsake Verse Studio, she crafts books that encourage both children and adults to slow down, connect, and appreciate the beauty found in differences, growth, and discovery.