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Anna Stare is the founder and lead author behind Stareworthy Custom Children’s Books. With a professional background in photography and a lifelong gift for lyrical storytelling, Anna combines rhythm and rhyme with real family photos to create keepsake books that preserve treasured memories for young children.

A self-taught writer and passionate researcher of early childhood development, Anna draws on years of creative work and study to craft content that nurtures emotional growth and a love of learning. Her books and blog reflect her deep belief in the power of memory-making and the joy of reliving shared experiences.

When she’s not writing & designing new book concepts or contributing to the Stareworthy blog, Anna is likely exploring a new destination with her loving husband and their dog by her side, curating her next great playlist, or sharing memorable meals with family and friends. Her mission is simple: to help families hold on to what matters most—one meaningful page at a time.

More Articles From Anna Stare

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How to Plan the Perfect Father's Day: Unique Ideas He’ll Love

Looking for meaningful and unique ways to celebrate Father’s Day? Discover heartfelt ideas, memory-making activities, and keepsake gifts that dads will cherish for years to come.
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Why Rhyming is Key to Language Development in Kids

Discover how rhyming supports early language development, phonemic awareness, and literacy skills in young children. Learn why rhyming books are so powerful for kids.
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Thoughtful Mother’s Day Gifts for Moms of Young Children

Give a thoughtful Mother’s Day gift that shows her how much she means to your family.
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Make Storytime a Daily Habit: Simple Tips for Parents

Discover easy and fun ways to make storytime part of your child’s daily routine. Build connection, improve literacy, and create lasting bedtime memories.
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How to Take Adorable Photos of Kids Who Won’t Sit Still

Capture the best family pictures of active kids with these expert tips. Turn playful moments into cherished photo book memories!
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Stareworthy Family Interview: Michelle and Belle

We asked Michelle, a Millennial mother of 3 and Stareworthy customer, her thoughts on the book she made for her children.
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We Tried Making This Fun Halloween Treat For Kids...

We all know the phrase "trick-or-treat," but we thought, why not have BOTH?! Check out our video and recipe for more...
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DIY Family Photography: Capture Perfect Moments at Home

Learn easy DIY family photography tips to capture beautiful moments using your phone or camera—lighting, angles, editing, and more covered!
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Photographers: Why We Love Them (And Why You Should, Too!)

A great photographer is likely just around the corner from you...While we love to snap our favorite moments anywhere, anytime on our smartphones, we also love to take the...
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The Stareworthy Gift Guide: 2024

Welcome to the Stareworthy Gift Guide for 2024! We feature gifts that are unique, special, thoughtful, have educational value and/or inspire healthy, imaginative play for kids. Read more....
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20 AWESOME Ideas: Activities For Grandparents And Grandchildren

Spending quality time together is a wonderful way for Grandparents and Grandchildren to bond. Here are 20 fun, engaging, and wholesome activities they can enjoy together:
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10 Tips for Reading to Your Children

We all know that our children benefit from reading early and often. In this post, we'll cover our top tips for how to establish a reading routine with your child, and how to get the most out of the...
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Our Family Photos Can....BENEFIT Our Kids?!

Did you know that exposure to your family photography around the home can actually benefit your child? Read on to learn more about the benefits of imagery on your child's developing brain...