Stories that help children understand their hearts.

A world of love, one story at a time

Meet the Author

Mona Liza Santos is an award-winning Filipina American children’s author, publisher, educator, and founder of World Love Press. A 2026 TOFA Awardee and TITAN Gold Winner, she creates stories that help children understand their feelings, build confidence, practice kindness, and feel proud of who they are.

She began writing during the pandemic for her young son and is now the author of more than 40 children’s books. Inspired by her Filipino heritage and travels to more than 70 countries, Mona writes about emotional literacy, resilience, belonging, family, and cultural identity.

Through World Love Press, she brings books and educational resources to children, families, educators, and schools—always with the hope of helping children feel seen, understood, and loved.