About Kari Carr-Children's Author

Based in Michigan, Kari Carr creates whimsical picture books and keepsake gifts that help families build connection, spark empathy, and celebrate the power of unconditional love. Her award-winning picture book, I Love You to the Moon and Back (2023 Moonbeam Children's Book Award), was inspired by a heartfelt moment when her child asked, “How can you still love me after I messed up?” Kari responded with a story that weaves love, science, and nature into a journey through the moon phases, constellations, and even the lifecycle of a Luna moth. Using her unique Emotionally-Encoded Rhythmic Repetition Method™, Kari’s stories aren’t just memorable — they help build emotional resilience and deepen bonds between parent and child. Designed for meaningful gift-giving and bedtime read-alouds, Kari’s products are crafted to be keepsakes families will treasure for generations. Read their story