A children's book by Derek White

Every mind has a gift.

Meet Nevaeh, a young girl on the autism spectrum discovering her creativity and sense of belonging. Explore her story and the companion Nevaeh’s World Coloring Book.

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A story about belonging. A world of creativity.
For families, classrooms, and every child who feels different.

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Bring Nevaeh’s world home.

Bring Nevaeh’s world home with the storybook and coloring book, both available now on Amazon. The Comfort Companion is on its way! Join our mailing list to hear when it’s ready.

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Nevaeh: The Storybook

An illustrated story about creativity, self-worth, and finding your place. Read together and start a conversation about belonging.

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Comfort Companion Plush

A companion inspired by Nevaeh, with braided hair and encouraging words. Planned features include a weighted base, a fidget loop, and four spoken affirmations.

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Nevaeh’s World Coloring Book

Color, draw, and explore activities inspired by Nevaeh’s story. A companion book celebrating creativity, kindness, and what makes you unique.

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Nevaeh on YouTube

Her world keeps growing.

Discover Nevaeh’s YouTube channel for videos to enjoy together. Join our mailing list to hear when new videos arrive.

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About the Book

A story for the child who feels different.

Nevaeh navigates bullying, academic struggles, and living in the shadow of her high-achieving sister, until a school art contest reveals a gift that changes everything.

A Rare Visual Gift

Inspired by real-life autistic artist Stephen Wiltshire, Nevaeh can recreate entire cityscapes from memory with breathtaking accuracy.

Self-Worth & Identity

The story gently explores what it means to be seen, valued, and celebrated for exactly who you are, not who others expect you to be.

Family & Reconciliation

Nevaeh's journey is also her family's journey toward understanding, apology, and the kind of love that makes space for every kind of mind.

Nevaeh gazing at the Chicago skyline through the airplane window, her gift revealed
Nevaeh character portrait
Meet Nevaeh

She sees the world in her own beautiful way.

Nevaeh is imaginative, observant, and full of ideas. School and communication can sometimes feel challenging. Through art, she finds a way to express herself and share how she sees the world.

Nevaeh deserves to feel understood, supported, and celebrated for who she is. Her story reminds us that every child deserves kindness and a place to belong.

Neurodivergent Visual Artist One of a Kind

"Pay careful attention to your own work, for then you will get the satisfaction of a job well done, and you won't need to compare yourself to anyone else."

Galatians 6:4 NLT

The Nevaeh Comfort Companion

A friend to hold. A reminder you belong.

The Nevaeh Comfort Companion is in development. Its planned design includes a soft plush, a weighted base, and four spoken affirmations inspired by Nevaeh’s world.

Planned features

15-inch design
Weighted base
Braided hair, just like Nevaeh
Fidget loop
4 spoken affirmations
Soft plush design
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"I am exactly who I am supposed to be."

"My gift is real and it matters."

"I am seen, I am loved, I belong."

"I don't have to be like anyone else."

Parents & Educators

A tool for meaningful conversations.

Nevaeh's World is built for the classroom, the therapy room, the library, and the living room. Anywhere a child needs to feel seen.

Classroom Read-Alouds

Read together in classrooms and libraries. Use Nevaeh’s story to start conversations about kindness, differences, confidence, and belonging.

Supportive Conversations

Use the story as a conversation starter about feeling understood, asking for help, and recognizing strengths. Choose questions and activities that suit each child.

Faith Communities

Explore the message of Galatians 6:4 with families and faith communities: appreciate your own work without comparing yourself to others.

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"We have different gifts, according to the grace given to each of us."

Romans 12:6 NIV

Meet the author

Meet Derek White.

Derek White is the author of Nevaeh, a story about creativity, self-worth, and belonging. Get to know his work, or invite him to share Nevaeh with your school, library, or community.

Planning a reading? Tell us where and when you’d like Derek to visit. We’ll follow up to discuss availability and event details.

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Derek White holding the Nevaeh storybook and Nevaeh’s World Coloring Book
Derek White, author of Nevaeh
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For parents, caregivers, and educators: hear when the Comfort Companion is ready, discover new Nevaeh YouTube videos, and get dates for Derek’s book readings and other Nevaeh news. Enjoy the updates together with your child.

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