Deborah Jean Weed

Deborah Weed is a creative whirlwind, a true master of her craft. She is the founder of the Self-worth Initiative, an organization dedicated to promoting self-esteem and positive mental health. Deborah is also an award-winning author and artist, known for her heartwarming and inspiring stories that bring hope and joy to readers of all ages.

With "IF ONLY", Deborah has created a touching tale of friendship, perseverance, and the power of faith to overcome any obstacle. Through the journey of a Snowflake, she shows readers the true power of hope and wisdom, and the importance of never giving up, even in the face of adversity. This story is a testament to Deborah's talent and her ability to create stories that resonate with readers on a deep and meaningful level.

Deborah is also the author of "Paisley's Last Quill", "The Luckiest Penny" and "Center of the Universe. three beautiful stories that showcase her passion for writing and her love of storytelling. Her writing has earned her recognition and accolades from readers and critics alike, and she continues to be a leading voice in the literary world. Deborah also went on to inspire thousands of people by creating and producing an interactive musical version of The Luckiest Penny to inspire the young at heart from 3-103 to have self-worth!

If you're looking for an author who can create stories that will touch your heart, inspire you to never give up, and bring joy and hope to your life, then Deborah Weed is the perfect choice for you. Get your copy of "IF ONLY" today and experience the magic of Deborah's writing for yourself.

Here's what people are saying:

IF ONLY ~

"A heartfelt and uplifting story that takes you on an inspirational and powerful journey of living in faith, love and trust. With such simplicity, clarity and insight this profound book is a must read for all ages."

~ Anita Moorjani, New York Times best selling author of Dying to Be Me, What if this is Heaven and Sensitive is the New Strong

"A journey of discovery into love, life and faith! Brings to heart Richard Bach's There's No Such Place as Far Away."

~ Laura Duksta, Inspirational Speaker and author of the NYT bestseller, I Love You More

“In book form, ‘IF ONLY’ is medicine for the soul – of anyone who feels down and low, and needs a magical boost to look up and move forward. The profound message about our humanly spiritual journey is in the same self-help league as Richard Bach’s ‘Johnathan Livingston Seagull’! The story and even the graphics get more and more touching and healing with every page. I am in awe how Deborah Weed created a transformational journey and designed the exquisite graphics to amplify the story. For full potency, I recommend the story be read near a roaring fireplace, with a star-studded sky outside, or actually anywhere/anytime you need inspiration and direction to live your life to its fullest potential.”

~ Larry Rosenberg, PhD, Founder, Advanced Aging: Holistic Well-being, Pompano Beach, Florida

You will love this book! You will know right away whom you want to give this book to as a way to say I love you with all my heart. Who does not want to hear that? This is a critical fable about Snowflake who is in the process of being thrown into the universe and who just like every human being questions her identity, purpose, and meaning: answering with our familiar emotions of fear, doubt, and yet wonderment. Will Snowflake rejoice in the universality of the unknown, celebrate all the wonderfulness that is she, discover she has everything she needs and more to find meaning and purpose in her uniqueness, and embrace the love that she inspires from the reader as they travel a journey that mirrors much of their own. Snowflake excites on many levels. The message is incredibly important and perhaps more important than ever when I think of our mental health statistics. If Only is a psychological booster needed today. A story of resilience, hope, belief, and daring to say, “I am more than enough.”

~ Dr. Patricia Munhall, Psychoanalyst and Author

PAISLEY'S LAST QUILL ~

"Deborah Weed has a heart as big as her talent and she has masterfully woven them into Paisley's Last Quill! Her story and illustrations shine with the power of love, self-worth, and inspiration."

~ Laura Duksta, Inspirational Speaker and Author New York Times bestseller I Love You More and I'll Hug You More

"A passionate woman, Deborah Weed, is about to inspire us in January with the release of her children's book Paisley's Last Quill. This story of a young porcupine's dream to be a fashion designer is squashed at every turn by a fashion bully. The eye-popping color and detail of each illustration is a delight to behold. Not only did Deborah write this book she illustrates it too! Deborah has big dreams for her project and I foresee a great future! Two 'Gutsy Gals' on a mission both Deborah and her character Paisley are all about self-worth!

~ Deborah Hutchison, Founder of Gutsy Gals Inspire Me, Entrepreneur, Filmmaker, Speaker, Author

Deborah's illustrations are beyond words! They are captivating and stunning! They take you on a journey into a feel-good fantasyland of fashion and beyond! Fashion is the mode in which Paisley's story of self-worth is told, which is an easy topic to relate to. Fashion is relevant, pop-culture, creative and self-expressive! A beautiful story in words and art!

~ Mary Canale Bruce, Owner of Envy of Palm Beach, Inc.

In her beautifully illustrated book, Paisley's Last Quill, Deborah Weed shares a powerful message of empowerment for females of all ages, especially young girls. For those who have given little parts of themselves away in life or hid their authentic beauty and self-expression from others, this book helps young girls understand that this NEVER leads to a positive outcome. This book is a blessing to any female who reads it, encouraging them to stand in their power and shine from within. No one should or can rob you of your True Self without your consent!

~ Robin Duncan, Miracles for Living & AIWP

THE LUCKIEST PENNY ~

Deborah's 30 years in the entertainment and marketing business was the catalyst for a bold new idea. What if she could write books, illustrate them, create and produce musicals, and develop programs that empowered children and their families to have FUN while learning to believe in themselves. She's done just that!

After writing The Luckiest Penny, Deborah created a thought-provoking musical that has been performed throughout South Florida and New York. The brilliant octogenarian, Ernie Socolov, brought the story to life with his illustrations.

Here are just a few testimonials to showcase how a simple story can inspire self-worth to young and old alike:

One of the most prolific events of the Ability Explosion was the exuberant performance of The Luckiest Penny Musical, by Deborah Weed. The story which examines individual self-worth affects the sensibilities of everyone who sees and hears it. The uplifting musical is a testament to the efforts and goals of the author and creator and will benefit humanity with its inspiration and message."


~ David New, Ability Explosion's, President and Founder

Deborah Weed, artist, visionary storyteller and creative lyricist has brought the world an incredibly inspirational, uplifting and effectively educational story and musical, The Luckiest Penny.

~ Flo Hannes, MS, OTR/L, FAOTA, Chairperson, SUNY Orange Occupational Therapy Assistant Program

The Luckiest Penny gives us all an opportunity to look at what we value about ourselves and others. It is an engaging story that encourages the conversation of self-worth and love.

~ Laura Duksta, Author, New York Times Bestseller, I Love You More

Many, many, more testimonials speak to the power of The Luckiest Penny! Built into the book are questions that parents can ask their children to see what they believe about themselves.

The Center of the Universe tells the universal story about what it feels like when we are overwhelmed. It is an inspirational story that is meant to provide hope. The opening line is, "Someone dropped the world..."