Hi, I am Alycia

Author. Mum. Self- Publisher. The creative mind behind Mini Readers Publishing.

When I’m not changing nappies, preparing snacks or keeping up with family life, you’ll usually find me at the kitchen table with my laptop, a messy bun, a cuppa and a head full of ideas, thinking,
“What book can I write next?”

Creativity has always been a huge part of my life. From a very young age, I’ve loved imagining, creating and bringing ideas to life.

My first children’s book came to life in March 2023, just one month after my third child was born. What started as an idea quickly became a real little dream, and in February 2024, I proudly published my first book.

a few things you might like to know about me

    • Bachelor of Health Science

    • Certificate IV in Training and Assessment

    • Additional certificates across a range of areas including Health and Well-being.

  • Yes. It is current and Valid

  • Honestly, my kids.

    My daughter had just lost her first tooth, and around the same time, my third child was born. I was at home on maternity leave with three little ones, and it was such a beautiful, creative time in my life.

    I decided to turn the idea in my head into a book — and Sofia the Owl and the Lost Tooth was born.

    Then I thought, well, I’d better write one about my son too! He has always been my little snack lover, which inspired The Friendly Snack Monster.

    So really, my children are at the heart of Mini Readers. They inspire my stories, my ideas and so much of what I create. 


  • It usually starts with a character.

    I’ll get an idea for a little character, and then I start wondering — Who are they? What are they like? What are they going through? What little adventure could they have?

    From there, the story seems to build itself.

    And honestly, my ideas can come at the most random times — in the shower, in the middle of the night, while I’m doing something completely unrelated! I’ve learned to write them down quickly before they disappear.

    A lot of my stories are also inspired by real moments, little personalities and the everyday things I see in my own children.

    That’s the fun of creating Mini Readers — you never quite know where the next story is going to come from! 

  • Mini Readers is designed primarily for babies, toddlers and preschool-aged children, from little ones through to around 5–6 years old.

    My books and experiences are especially suited to the preschool years, when children are developing their language, imagination, confidence and understanding of the world around them.

    Some stories also explore milestones that children experience around this age — like losing a first tooth, navigating big feelings, trying new things and learning about themselves.

    My goal is to create stories and experiences that grow alongside children and give them something they can enjoy, connect with and learn from.