OUR FAMILY OF CHARACTERS
Join Claire, Chloe, Katy, Kadry, and their lovable animal companions:
Honey the Poodle
Bunny the Yorkie
Jewel the Pitbull
Precious the Chihuahua
Lola the Pomeranian
Aspen, Milo, Meiko, and Apollo the Cats
Coco and Aurora the Guinea Pigs
Mango and Daisy the Birds
Diesel and Blue the Horses
Together, they help children discover what it means to love and be loved.
Meet Our Growing In Love Family
Our stories are filled with lovable children and animal friends who help teach important lessons about kindness, connection, and love.
Isabella Hassan
Creator and Lead Author of the Growing In Love Series
Isabella Hassan created the Growing In Love series to help children understand emotions, build confidence, strengthen family relationships, and discover the many ways people give and receive love. Inspired by her own family, Isabella’s vision is to create books that become treasured tools for connection and conversation within families for generations to come.
Claire
Thoughtful, creative, and wise beyond her years.
Chloe
Playful, curious, and full of imagination.
Katy
Confident, compassionate, and always ready to help.
Kadry
Brave, adventurous, and full of heart.
Honey
A sweet red poodle who reminds everyone to be kind.
Bunny
A loyal Yorkie who loves spending time with friends.
Jewel
A protective pit bull with a gentle heart.
Precious
A tiny Chihuahua with a big personality.
Lola
A playful Pomeranian who teaches confidence and self-love.
Aspen, Milo, Meiko & Apollo
Four curious cats who help children understand emotions and friendship.
Coco & Aurora
Two lovable guinea pigs who teach acts of kindness and caring.
Mango & Daisy
Colorful birds who spread encouraging words wherever they go.
Diesel & Blue
Two majestic horses who teach courage, trust, and connection.
Together, they help children discover what it means to love and be loved.