Opening readers' minds to abilities, capabilities and alternate possibilities.

Helen Hipp

In the children's book A Different Kind of Safari, the author's son Ray who happens have autism, contributed to the creation of the book. In the interview, Ray explains how being bullied in his youth helped set the stage for a book that celebrates differences. Listening to Ray, one understands the positive impact of empowerment, understanding, and respect.

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Helen Hipp is a children’s book author and former psychotherapist with a master’s degree in counseling. With years of experience supporting children and families—particularly those with special needs—Helen brings both professional insight and heartfelt understanding to her stories.

Inspired by her own parenting journey, Helen writes books that help children build self-acceptance, confidence, and empathy. Her Rosie and Friends adventure series features relatable characters facing real-life challenges, offering young readers reassurance, encouragement, and the language to understand their feelings.

Helen’s stories are designed to spark meaningful conversations at home and in the classroom, helping children recognize that differences are not only okay—they are something to celebrate.

Books In The Rosie Adventure Series


Rosie And Friends: A Different Kind Of Safari
Rosie And Friends: Positively Different
Rosie And Friends: One-Of-A-Kindness
Rosie And Friends: Planting Confidence
Rosie And Friends: Feeling Small, Feeling Tall
Rosie And Friends: Searching for Strength

Helen Hipp, Author
hchipp@comcast.net