My Books
I write books created from the heart — stories and resources designed to support children, families, and everyday life through meaningful moments.
I write books created from the heart — stories and resources designed to support children, families, and everyday life through meaningful moments.
Featured Book:
My Hero With Tired Muscles
A heartfelt children’s book by Bullheaded Mama, self-published author and founder of Bullheaded Mama LLC, created to help families talk about love, loss, illness, big emotions, and the kind of strength that never leaves us.
My Hero With Tired Muscles is a gentle children’s book inspired by real life, real love, and our family’s ALS journey. It was written to help children process hard emotions in a loving, age-appropriate way while honoring the heroes who keep showing up, even when life gets heavy.
Shared at bedtime, in classrooms, or during important family conversations, this book creates space for meaningful connection.
Perfect for:
Families walking through grief or illness
Children learning about love, loss, and big feelings
Schools, libraries, counselors, and community groups
ALS awareness events and family support spaces
Author Visits, Readings & Book Signings
I am available for school visits, library readings, community events, local book signings, ALS awareness events, and family-centered programs.
Bookstores, libraries, schools, retailers, or distributors can order through Ingram at 40% Wholesale Discount.
Inquiries for current titles as well as future releases.
Interested in a reading, signing, or author visit? Reach out with your event details, location, date, and audience.
Free Activity Pack for Families, Classrooms & Libraries
Download printable coloring pages, discussion prompts, reflection activities, and kid-friendly resources inspired by My Hero With Tired Muscles.
How This Started
Hello, I am Brittany. I was born and raised in a blue-collar family, a proud daddy's girl who grew up believing in hard work, loyalty, and showing up for the people you love.
I grew up, went to school, had babies of my own, got married. I worked in the medical field. My husband is also a blue-collar worker (construction).
When my dad got sick, it changed everything for me.
Watching someone you admire struggle with illness shifts how you see life. It made me think about the conversations families have to face, especially when children are trying to understand what's happening around them.
During that time, I decided to take a chance on learning something new. I enrolled in a course and taught myself how to self-publish.
That journey led me to write and publish My Hero With Tired Muscles, a story dedicated to my dad and inspired by the strength I watched him show every day.
Along the way, I discovered something I didn't expect - I truly love writing.
What began as a tribute to my dad became the start of a bigger journey - one where storytelling, creativity, and hard work come together to build something meaningful for families and readers everywhere.
More Books by Bullheaded Mama
Budgeting beginners
Stay-at-home moms & families
Side hustlers & entrepreneurs
Anyone learning money management
Individuals working toward financial freedom
Beginner-Friendly Budget Planner for Real-Life Money Management
Take control of your finances with Broke Babe Budget™, a simple and realistic budget planner designed for beginners, families, and anyone ready to manage their money with confidence.
The Broke Babe Budget™ Planner was created for real life — not perfect finances. Whether you're starting your budgeting journey, rebuilding after debt, managing a single income household, or growing additional income streams, this planner helps you create clarity and consistency with your money.
Track monthly income and expenses
Plan and organize bills & payment dates
Monitor daily and weekly spending
Set achievable savings goals
Stay accountable with debt payoff tracking
Build better money habits over time
Unlike complicated spreadsheets or confusing finance apps, Broke Babe Budget™ keeps budgeting simple, practical, and stress-free — so you can focus on building stability and long-term financial confidence.
Start budgeting smarter, reduce financial stress, and finally feel in control of your money.
Future titles will continue to explore a range of ideas - from family stories and practical guides to immersive fiction.
Stay tuned for upcoming releases.
Bring My Hero With Tired Muscles to Your School, Library, or Event