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“My cousin lost her dad when she was 6 months pregnant with his first grandchild. I know nothing can dull that pain, but I hope she finds some comfort in reading this book to her little girl.”

— Kaitlin H.

“This simple story conveys such a powerful message for our little ones about loss. Our daughter loves to point out all of the animals! The illustrations are so beautiful.”

— Megan G.

“Told in a simple yet deeply meaningful way, the book assures the reader that our loved ones, while no longer with us, are always around us and carried in our hearts."

— Sarah R.

"Giving this book as a gift to a grieving family felt like a lifeline, it felt like something I could do to bring some comfort in an impossibly sad time.”

— Elizabeth R.

Bringing you a hopeful and moving story for parents and young readers about life after loss

Illustration by Brigid Malloy for Angels in the Sky of child and dog looking out bedroom window at starry sky

Honoring Memories

Inviting young and older readers alike to honor the memories of those no longer with us.

Illustration by Brigid Malloy for Angels in the Sky of father and daughter petting dog with dragonfly flying above

A Guiding Voice

Guiding your young ones through different periods of transition and navigating life after loss.

Illustration by Brigid Malloy for Angels in the Sky of child riding a bike through a forest with a helmet on

For birth – 5, & parents

Written and illustrated to be a thoughtful and moving gift for our littlest readers.

The story at the heart of Angels in the Sky

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I’m a firm believer in signs from our loved ones, and this book celebrates the joy in those small moments.

My book follows four families as they celebrate life’s moments big and small — from welcoming a new baby to enjoying the first day of spring in their backyard. No matter the occasion, each family is joined by signs from their loved ones.

This was the book I wish I had when we brought our children home from the hospital. I hadn't scratched the surface of processing the grief after losing my mom and brother, and I ached to have them here physically to see all of the first milestones. But then I started to find comfort in their signs. This book is as much for the brand new parent navigating grief as it is for a two year old.

Headshot of Carly Ritt, author of Angels in the Sky

About the Author

Carly Ritt is a mom of two navigating loss while embracing the chaos of the every day.

She loves a warm cup of chai, family dance parties in the kitchen, and long walks during all four Wisconsin (and now Connecticut) seasons. She is a firm believer that our loved ones have a knack for sending us signs when we need them most.

Headshot of Brigid Malloy, illustrator of Angels in the Sky

About the illustrator

Brigid Malloy loves to tell stories through her whimsical depictions of characters.

Brigid Malloy received her BFA from the Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design. When she's not working as a graphic designer or illustrating books in her spare time, she loves to visit local coffee shops and breweries, hang out with friends and family and do an occasional 5k.

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Get in Touch

If you’re interested in stocking Angels in the Sky or have any questions for me, I would love to hear from you!

All I ever hoped for was that this book could help one family outside of my own, and I’m beyond grateful and a bit in awe of the messages I receive from you sharing how this has helped someone you know during an incredibly challenging time.