Author: sengsavane Chounramany

I wanted to start a children’s book documentation on YouTube, but I failed to follow through. Somehow, I would like to pick it up again. Just spend one hour a day was the aim, to focus. Maybe it’s time for me to focus again.

First, I want to come up with a story. I was thinking so hard, and in the beginning, I didn’t know what to say. But now I feel like I know. I found what I would like to pass on to Lila, my daughter. I want her to be as happy a human being as she can possibly be, experiencing the wonders of the world.

In this current world, what I see is that everyone is focused on growth and bettering yourself with each of your actions, optimizing every move, every hour of your day. We have an abundance in the Western world of things. But we forget about teaching balance, harmony, and respect. I think these values are very quiet; it’s easy to push them away and many times they get forgotten.

I would like to write my first story about this subject for kids 3–6 years old, that is enjoyable for parents and for children as well. My daughter really loves the story about a kid named Alfie that has an expat family, going through challenges of modern globalized life. I would like to dedicate the stories to her.

I don’t need to offer anything right now. Just want to organize my thoughts. It’s been a while since I did this focused practice… I don’t care. Just want to document it in my vlog, clear this up.

When I started this journey, I knew one thing for sure: I wasn’t going to wait for perfection. If I did, I’d never get started.

This guide is far from perfect, and honestly, neither is this video. I’m still figuring things out—how to film, how to edit, how to talk on camera without feeling totally awkward. But I believe that taking action, even when it’s messy, is the only way to grow.

So here it is—my step-by-step plan for creating a picture book. If you’ve ever wanted to make your own, I hope this gives you the motivation to start, even if you feel unsure.

📺 Watch the video here: How to create a picturebook

Download my free PDF guide here: pdf guide – creating a picturebook

Let’s embrace the learning curve together! 🚀

When I started planning this picture book journey, I was full of ambition. I mapped out how I’d tackle each step, from setting up my website and YouTube channel to actually making progress on the book itself. But reality hit—hard. Everything took way longer than I expected, and now I’m already behind…

I launched my Instagram, posted my first video, and started working on the second one. And then—three weeks passed. Just like that. So… what happened?
I want to do my very best. I don’t want to put out anything less than I’m capable of, but is that really reasonable?
Today, I made a promise to myself: no matter what, I’m publishing that video by the end of the week. No more overthinking. No more waiting until it’s perfect. Honestly—who’s even watching right now? Some days, it feels like I’m talking into the void. I get lost in self-doubt, feel stuck, and wonder if I’m even on the right path. It’s been a rollercoaster of lows and discomfort.
But I’m going to do it anyway. Even if I’m not completely proud of the end result, a step is still a step—even if I stumble along the way.
I wanted to share this little ramble with you to be real about the struggle. If you’re in the same boat, just know—you’re definitely not alone.

Hi there!
I’m Savane, an illustrator and animator who’s also a busy mum to a lively 2-year-old toddler. Between chasing after my little one and working hours here and there, I realized I’ve been neglecting my own creative side for far too long. It’s time to change that!

As a mum, I sometimes feel lonely, overwhelmed with tasks, and longing to reclaim a bit of individuality. It’s a feeling I think only mums can truly understand—balancing so much while still wanting to hold on to a piece of yourself. That’s what this channel will be about: carving out a space for creativity and self-expression, no matter how small.

I want to start creating again—bit by bit, one tiny step at a time. While I’ve spent years illustrating for others, I’ve never had the chance to bring my own book ideas to life. But now that I’m a mum, I’m full with stories and ideas, and I’ve decided: why not go for it?

With my time stretched thin, I’ll be calling on every helper I can find—including AI tools—to make the process faster and smoother. My goal? Dedicate just one hour a day to turn this dream into reality.

So, join me on this journey! Let’s explore creativity, embrace imperfection, and inspire each other to keep creating, even in life’s busiest seasons. Together, we’ll make magic happen.

Let’s do this!