"As a parent myself, I believe every child deserves safety and happiness, which is why I wrote my book series. My book is a tribute to children like Kamilek Mrozek, who tragically suffered abuse and passed away in May 2023."
Dagmara Sitek is an award winning children’s picture book author. Dagmara Sitek opens hearts and minds with her latest children’s book, Loris Opens Up His Heart, the Winner in the 2024 American Fiction Awards, Mom’s Choice Awards® Gold Recipient, the Finalist in the 18th Annual National Indie Excellence® Awards and the Finalist in the 2024 International Book Awards!
The newest release by Dagmara Sitek helps young readers understand that sometimes, opening up your heart is the bravest thing you can do. Just like the main characterLoris, a boy in foster care, readers can share their fears and find acceptance in their safe space.
When Loris arrives at his new foster home, something about him is shrouded in mystery. He keeps himself wrapped in a hoodie, hiding his secrets. His new foster siblings can’t quite figure him out. That doesn’t stop them from trying but Loris shows no interest in anything. Deep beneath his hood, Loris harbors a secret waiting to be uncovered.
"Foster siblings Cam, Inaya, and Loris come from different countries and backgrounds, but what bonds them is their tough family situations and strong resilience," explained author Dagmara Sitek. "Their experiences allow children to explore important themes like diversity, resilience, and growth in a meaningful way."
An inspiration for the book was the death of Kamilek Mrozek, an eight-year-old boy from Czestochowa, Poland, who tragically lost his life in May 2023 after severe maltreatment at the hands of his stepfather. This heart-wrenching incident affected the Polish community, sparking discussions on the critical issues of child abuse, empathy, and mental health.
“Kamilek’s story deeply touched me and inspired Loris Opens Up His Heart. This book addresses resilience and compassion in a simple yet relatable way, encouraging important conversation about child abuse with empathy and courage,” said Dagmara Sitek.
Loris Opens Up His Heart by Dagmara Sitek (ISBN: 978-1-7381285-2-5; paperback, $16.99 US) is available for purchase at Amazon. Loris Opens Up His Heart by Dagmara Sitek is available now. Join the journey and embrace the transformative power of hope, resilience, and empathy.
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"It ain't about how hard you hit. It's about how hard you can get hit and keep moving forward. How much you can take and keep moving forward. That's how winning is done!"
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