Walking Each Other Home—Zachary’s Mission: A Hospice for Children
How do you say goodbye?
For Zachary, it’s unimaginable. His doctor says it’s cancer…like that has some meaning to an 8-year-old, whose life is just beginning.
Zachary is scared until a powerful dream provides him with a special mission: building a place for kids just like him.
Join Zachary, his loving family, and the Earth Angels as they help him fulfill his dream. Together, they triumph through loss and heartache, and learn that lasting love never fades…
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Greetings, My Fellow Neighbors: I'm John!
I'm a debut children's author who has a passion for storytelling and helping children and families navigate life's toughest challenges. I'm also the founder and owner of PR From The Heart, a leading firm in the KidLit community. As I love to help children and families connect to the love and joy of reading, you can watch me every week on The Children's Books Spotlight Series (one of the longest-running podcasts in the world of children's literature) and every month on The Neighborly Reviews Bookcast (alongside David Newell, who played the beloved Mr. McFeely on Mister Rogers' Neighborhood).
As I proudly celebrate the launch of Walking Each Other Home–Zachary's Mission: A Hospice for Children, I'm now available for author/school visits and speaking engagements.
The Critical Acclaim For Walking Each Other Home—Zachary's Mission: A Hospice for Children Is Pouring In!
"Beautifully written and deeply touching, Walking Each Other Home—Zachary's Mission: A Hospice for Children is a heartfelt and inspiring story that gently explores courage, compassion, and the power of love. Through Zachary’s journey, it offers comfort, hope, and purpose to families facing life’s toughest challenges. This profound and moving book is sure to leave a lasting imprint on every heart it touches."
Anita Moorjani
New York Times Best-Selling Author of Dying to Be Me
"I am pleased to recommend Walking Each Other Home—Zachary's Mission: A Hospice for Children to parents, educators, and caregivers who wish to help children understand and process life’s bigger questions. With John’s guidance and care, young readers will be inspired to find their own purpose and embrace life’s journey, no matter where it may lead."
Tony Buttino Sr.
Emmy Award-Winning Co-Creator of Reading Rainbow; Co-Author, Creating Reading Rainbow: The Untold Story of a Beloved Children's Series
"Walking Each Other Home—Zachary's Mission: A Hospice for Children is a must-read for anyone seeking a story that connects to the heart of human connection. The message is clear: even in the darkest times, love is a light that guides us forward."
John Parra
Award-Winning Artist, Illustrator, & Children's Book Author
Meet The Earth Angels
Zachary isn’t alone on his mission—God blessed him with four Earth Angels.
Jane
The Loving Grandmother
Dennis
The Beloved Italian Restaurant Owner
Georgeanne
The Animal-Loving Storyteller
Patrick
The Reiki Master
Latest News
Hop aboard the trolley and join me for the Walking Each Other Home—Zachary’s Mission: A Hospice for Children National Book Tour. From media appearances and author talks to story times and book signings, stay tuned for the latest news.
The Walking Each Other Home National Book Tour Comes Home To Western New York This Friday & Saturday!
For all of my friends and neighbors here in Western New York, I'm coming home! I cordially invite you and your little ones to join me this Friday at Ilio DiPaolo's Restaurant in Blasdell (from 12-1:30PM) and The Bookworm in East Aurora (from 5-7PM) for special signings and this Saturday at Barnes & Noble Clarence Mall (from 11AM-1PM) and the Lancaster Public Library (from 3-4PM) for live story time and signing events. This is your opportunity to hear this heartfelt story and get your personally-signed copy of my new children's book, Walking Each Other Home—Zachary's Mission: A Hospice for Children own copy signed. As a special thank you, all children in attendance will receive a Walking Each Other Home bookmark and coloring pages, to help bring this heartfelt story to life. I can’t wait to share this memorable weekend with all of you!
Sharing My Story With FOX 5 Morning News In San Diego!
I hope you enjoy my sit-down conversation with FOX 5 San Diego's Elizabeth Alvarez, where I share my cross-country journey to San Diego, the release of Walking Each Other Home—Zachary’s Mission: A Hospice for Children, how we can support families with terminally ill children, my long-term vision for pediatric hospice care in San Diego, and much more.
Honored To Be Highlighted In The UT Community Press
Thank you to Catharine Kaufman for the opportunity to talk about Walking Each Other Home—Zachary’s Mission: A Hospice for Children, how my story is helping families navigate through life’s toughest journeys, what it's like to help children's authors share their stories through PR From The Heart, plus much more.
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These beautifully illustrated pages bring Zachary’s courageous journey to life, inspiring creativity, reflection, and meaningful conversations. Perfect for kids, families, and classrooms, this fun and engaging activity promotes themes of love, hope, and compassion. Subscribe now to receive your exclusive coloring pages!
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