Penelope and the Power of Positivity Hardcover Book.

The book for every little girl who needs to hear - she is enough 💛!
Written by Atlanta mom and physician (Dr. Netta) on a mission to make sure little girls learn their worth earlier than she did.
For ages 4-8. Signed copies available ✍🏽

The Penelope Heirloom Doll

Handmade. Limited quantities available.

"I enjoyed that Penelope realized that in order to solve a problem, she had to stop playing with self doubt and fear. I loved that she reminded me of my own children when they were small. I brought five copies to share with my young mothers with small children. A good read for toddlers to read and be read to. It's never too early."


— Mom and Community Leader

"Calling all school social workers, school psychologists, and kid clinicians — y'all need this one! Dr. Netta does an excellent job of taking the concepts of growth mindset and positive affirmations and putting them in a story format for young readers. A must-have for your school library!"


— School Psychologist & Educator

"This book is near and dear to my heart. As a mom and as a pediatric therapist I see first-hand how important it is to pour positivity into our children. The affirmations in this book are perfect for young readers."


— Pediatric Therapist & Mom

📚 For Educators, Libraries & Schools

Interactive author visits that help preK-3 students explore self-doubt, positive self-talk, and the power of "yet." 


As a physician, mom, and children's book author, I bring a unique perspective to conversations about confidence and growth mindset. 


Each visit includes a ready-to-use Discussion Guide that complements the SEL and ELA principles you're already teaching.


Complimentary author visit with orders of 50+ books


📦 Bulk Orders Available.


💫 Meet Penelope

Penelope is a science-loving 7-year-old from the Bronx, NY with big dreams of becoming a doctor.  


Like many kids, she sometimes struggles with self-doubt. Her story shows children how to turn " I can't" into "I can't yet." 


The Penelope Heirloom Doll & Storybook Gift Set is the perfect way to inspire confidence, imagination, and joy at home.

Shelanna Copeny

18 July 2026
2 months ago
My family LOVES Penelope and all she stands for, as an educator it’s even more important that everyone gets a piece of all the “Power of Positivity” she brings.

Anjoinette Minors

30 November 2025
9 months ago
An inspirational story for children and adults! Penelope reminds me a lot of myself growing up, and her motivational story conveys just the lessons I wish to im...
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The book for every little girl who needs to hear — she is enough 💛!

Written by Dr. Netta, MD — Atlanta mom, physician, and author on a mission to make sure little girls learn their worth earlier than she did.


✍️ Signed copies available — personalized with your child's name

  • Good for children
  • Black-owned
  • Female-owned
  • Family-owned
  • Commitment to empowerment
  • Educational value
  • Vibrant art and illustrations

This is a great book to inspire young kids to not only go after their dreams, but to also do it confidently letting go of all fears and self doubts.

11/01/2023
Nicole Smith

This is a great book to inspire young kids to not only go after their dreams, but to also do it confidently letting go of all fears and self doubts.

11/01/2023
Nicole Smith

I enjoyed that Penelope realized that inorder to solve a problem, she had to stop playing with self doubt and fear. I loved that she reminded me of my own children when they were small. I brought five copies to share with my young mothers with small children. A good read for toddlers to read and be read to. It's never too early.

11/01/2023
Karen L. Skinner-Parkes

I enjoyed that Penelope realized that inorder to solve a problem, she had to stop playing with self doubt and fear. I loved that she reminded me of my own children when they were small. I brought five copies to share with my young mothers with small children. A good read for toddlers to read and be read to. It's never too early.

11/01/2023
Karen L. Skinner-Parkes

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