Gayle Grass

ayle Grass is the author of a children’s illustrated book series focused on mental health issues for children called ‘Tales from the Iris the Dragon Series.’ Originally a money trader, Gayle turned to writing books later in life when her family was touched by a mental illness. Unable to find resources that helped families and children cope with the topic of mental health, Gayle decided to write and publish her own series of books that would bring comfort and education to many on the topic of mental health. In 2001, her first book, “Catch a Falling Star: A Tale from the Iris the Dragon Series” was launched and within 3 years 8,000 books were sold across North American. Now Gayle has tackled the issue of ADHD and Anxiety in children and just launched two new books in her series. Iris the Dragon books are believed to be the first of their kind in their approach to educating caregivers and children about mental illness. The books have been successful for educators and caregivers in beginning a dialogue with children about what often can be a difficult topic.