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“Thoughts at 13”

Monica Mikai is an Author & Illustrator of children’s books. She aims to create written and visual stories that convey emotion, warmth, and the journey of personal growth. She believes being a storyteller is a gift to be used to enlighten and uplift one another and she takes great responsibility for having the role. She resides in Coastal Virginia where she lives with her husband and two sons.

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My first picture book as an Author-Illustrator is almost here!

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Thoughts at 13

Thoughts at 13 is a dream project of mine. I’m sure you’ll remember being thirteen as an age where your world was shifting in so many ways. We were all experiencing the delicate yet awkward dance from child to teen. I remember thirteen being the in between, when I still was seeking to be nurtured yet yearning for my own adventures.

These fictional short stories are from the perspective of 13 year old’s, who are reflecting on their own triumphs and truths. Some of the stories are based on my own experiences in middle school and some of the stories are completely imagined.

 Contact

  • For all publishing opportunities please email my agent Christy Ewers at:

    Christy@catagencyinc.com

  • For all other questions or comments please email Monica directly at:

    emailmonicamikai@gmail.com