Original Children’s Books by Marissa Molina
Adventures to Enjoy. Stories to Grow With.
Explore children’s books by Maui author Marissa Molina, from the friendships of Poi ’n Kai to the Easter magic of Eggwish and the lasting hope of The Dream I Planted. Each story invites readers into a world of adventure, connection, and possibility. Find a new family read, a meaningful gift, or a story to share in your classroom.
In Pumpkin Pact, an ancient relic chooses Evee and draws her into Hallowveil, where a Halloween adventure brings together an unlikely group of friends. As they follow the mystery, their bond becomes part of the magic.
Written by Marissa Molina and illustrated by Jasper Salazar, Pumpkin Pact celebrates friendship, courage, and belonging, with the reminder that the right friends draw out the truest version of yourself.
Written by: Marissa Molina
Illustrated by: Jasper Salazar
Ages: 6-12
Release Date: October 4th, 2026
Format: Paperback
Pages: 30
ASIN: B0HLZXBF53
Available on Amazon.
What if an Easter wish wasn’t about getting something, but becoming someone?
Eleanor wishes to be braver. Her Eggwish travels into Easter Hollow, where springtime magic and Everhop the Easter Bunny help prepare a special egg just for her. On Easter morning, she discovers that courage can begin within.
Written by Marissa Molina and illustrated by Jasper Salazar, Eggwish invites families to share a new Easter tradition about hope, self-belief, and who we hope to become.
Written by: Marissa Molina
Illustrated by: Jasper Salazar
Ages: 1–8
Release Date: February 25th, 2026
Format: Paperback
Pages: 30
ASIN: B0GQ3RYJY5
Available on Amazon Kindle.
In this futuristic children's book, Poi 'n Kai and the Power of Kindness over Bullying, young readers follow the journey of Kai, a talented and kind-hearted girl who faces a relentless bully.
This touching story emphasizes the importance of standing up to bullies with empathy and resilience, encouraging positive behavior, self-confidence, bravery, and the value of kindness in overcoming challenges.
Written by: Marissa Molina
Illustrated by: Sarah K. Turner
Ages: 6-11
Release Date: January 15, 2025
Format: Paperback & Hardcover
Pages: 26
ISBN: 978-1637657072
Available on Amazon Prime.
A series about a young girl named Kai and her best friend Poi who both deeply desire for everyone to feel important, heard, seen, and loved.
Poi and Kai want to make a beautiful necklace to enter the Seashell Necklace Contest and win a shiny prize! As they're collecting shells to make their necklace, they run into the dreadful Seashell Snatcher!
Join them on their first adventure to discover who the Seashell Snatcher is and learn the importance of understanding, teamwork, and forgiveness.
Written by: Marissa Molina
Illustrated by: Sarah K. Turner
Ages: 4-8
Release Date: January 27, 2022
Format: Paperback
Pages: 24
ISBN: 978-1612449968
Available on Amazon Prime.
In The Dream I Planted, a young girl plants her hopes in the soil and watches them grow through the seasons. Her tree becomes a gift that reaches beyond her own lifetime.
Written by Marissa Molina and illustrated by Marissa's sister, Shaylah Nikole, this gentle story explores hope, love, and the beauty we leave for others.
Written by: Marissa Molina
Illustrated by: Shaylah Nikole
Ages: All Ages
Release Date: July 12, 2025
Format: Paperback
Pages: 25
ISBN: 979-8280495456
Available on Amazon Prime.
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