In this episode of the Butterfly Girl Podcast, I sit down with illustrator Laila Warner for an inspiring conversation about art, calling, and collaboration. Laila shares her creative background and the early moments that sparked her love for drawing. She talks about how her journey evolved from simple childhood sketches to illustrating published books and building a professional artistic path rooted in both joy and purpose.

Laila reflects on the books she has illustrated before joining the Miriam's Heavenly Tea Party project and how each one shaped her style and confidence. She also offers insight into the heart behind her work and the role that faith, family, and personal story have played in her growth as an artist.

Together, we talk about what it meant to collaborate on Miriam's Heavenly Tea Party, a coloring storybook created to support organizations that help children who have experienced abuse or neglect. Laila shares why this mission held deep personal meaning for her and how it guided every illustration. She describes the process of bringing Miriam's story to life and the hope she poured into each scene for the children and families who will hold this book in their hands.

This conversation is warm, thoughtful, and full of encouragement for anyone who loves creativity, storytelling, and the power of art to heal and uplift.

To purchase any of my children's books, search "Kimberly Souba" on Amazon or go to www.ksouba.com.

Cost for Miriam's Heavenly Tea Party is $10 and 100% of the proceeds will benefit the Mercer County Family Crisis Center.

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The best way to order the book, The Tower, also illustrated by Laila, email author email address: scottandmatty@yahoo.com.