Author Chrystie Keller

From a real garden…
to a world of courage and imagination.

Chrystie Keller is a children’s author who creates magical adventures that nurture courage, imagination, and emotional resilience in young readers. Her award-winning book The Garden of Calilily grew from the whimsical fairy garden she built alongside her daughter and granddaughter—a cherished space that bloomed into a world of storytelling.

Rooted in her experience with endurance sports and mindset coaching, Chrystie’s stories offer subtle but powerful lessons about believing in oneself. Each book blends heart, hope, and imagination, encouraging children to explore their inner strength with joy and confidence.

FEATURED BOOKS

Stories Designed for K–3

BOOK #00

The Garden of Calilily

A fairy garden children’s book filled with magical illustrations, emotional learning, and gentle lessons that build courage and confidence.

The Garden of Calilily
BOOK #00

The Grody Gang Of Mosswoods

A forest adventure picture book that teaches bravery, problem solving, and teamwork for early readers.

The Grody Gang Of Mosswoods

Kids Activity

Word Search
for Kids (Ages 6–7)

Find these words:
BRAVE, KIND, CURIOUS, IMAGINE, LISTEN, FRIEND, HELP, STRONG, BELIEVE, HEART, HOPE, GROW, SHINE

Bonus word (extra tricky!): COURAGE

Activity Instructions

  • Find all the words hidden in the puzzle.
  • Words appear in any direction—up, down, diagonal, and backward.
  • Try to find the bonus word COURAGE last!
  • Have fun exploring, just like Marigold, Sweetpea, Fiorello, and Sam.