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ANGELIQUE ROMOU · STORIES FOR LITTLE ISLAND HEARTS

YAMIR AND FRIENDS EXPLORE SAINT MARTIN

Little island.
Big stories.
Endless love.

Come along with Yamir and friends to discover the colors, culture, and everyday magic of Saint Martin.

Bring the island home Explore the book

A story from the heart of the island
by Angelique Romou

Saint Martin, I Love You: Just the way you are. Yamir and Friends Explore Saint Martin. Cover featuring a smiling child, a pelican, tropical flowers, and the island waterfront.
Made for
little
explorersAGES 3–7

Your island adventure starts here!

ISLAND PRIDECOLORFUL DISCOVERIESREAD. EXPLORE. BELONG.ONE FRIENDLY ISLAND

OPEN A BOOK. DISCOVER HOME.

A love letter to Saint Martin.
Made for little hands.

Meet Yamir, Giara, Dylan, Xoriyah, Xavier, and Bella. In this short introductory picture book, Yamir shares what he loves about home and invites little readers to explore Saint Martin with his friends.

01 / DISCOVER

So much wonder.
So close to home.

Blue seas, bright sunshine, lush gardens, birds, and monuments fill the pages. The illustrations give little readers plenty to notice and talk about together.

Nature & island treasures
02 / CONNECT

Little friends.
Shared roots.

From dominoes and hopscotch to music, dancing, and sandcastles, familiar island moments introduce a world of friendship and shared traditions.

Friendship & culture
03 / BELONG

“This is my island.
This is part of me.”

A joyful place to begin conversations about home, heritage, and loving the people and places that help make us who we are.

Identity & island pride

THE SPARK BEHIND THE STORY

One little boy.
One waving flag.
One big inspiration.

After choir practice, Angelique watched her great-nephew Yamir walking with a Saint Martin flag. That simple, joyful moment gave a long-held dream its spark.

Yamir became the inspiration for her young explorer. His friends were inspired by children from her church choir and family. A story rooted in real people, real love, and a very special place.

Saint Martin is our home.

ANGELIQUE ROMOU · FROM HER RADIO INTERVIEWS

Angelique Romou, author of Saint Martin, I Love You, in a red suit
Angelique Romou AUTHOR & EDUCATOR

MEET THE AUTHOR

A lifetime of caring.
A new chapter of joy.

Raised in Cay Hill, with family roots on both sides of Saint Martin, Angelique Romou brings her love for the whole island to every part of this project.

An educator, reading specialist, and longtime children’s choir leader, she has spent years encouraging young people to find their voices and discover the joy of reading.

Now, after bringing books into schools through her reading outreach, she gets to share a story of her own, with a dream of putting it into the hands of every young child on Saint Martin.

More about Angelique

A FEW THINGS TO KNOW

For curious kids.
And grown-ups, too.

Who is the book for?

Angelique created this book with children ages 3–7 in mind, from preschool through the early primary years. Short passages in large, colorful lettering alternate with full-page illustrations, making it well suited to reading aloud and exploring together.

What makes it a lovely book to share?

The brief text leaves room to linger over the pictures. Read a little, look together, and invite your child to spot a bird, recognize a game, or talk about a favorite place on the island. It is a warm starting point for conversations about home and belonging.

Is this about the whole island?

Yes. Angelique uses “Saint Martin” to celebrate the island in its entirety, embracing both its French and Dutch sides.

Is this part of a series?

Yes. This first book introduces Yamir, his friends, and the things he loves about Saint Martin. It is an invitation to the wider series, rather than a detailed guide to the island’s history. Angelique is developing further stories about its culture, symbols, history, and local heroes. Contact her for the latest availability.

How can I get a copy?

Message Angelique on WhatsApp at +1 (721) 528-6006 to ask about available copies, current pricing, collection, or an autograph. Families, teachers, and anyone interested in supporting young readers are welcome to reach out.

THE NEXT ADVENTURE IS A PAGE AWAY

Give a little reader
a whole island to love.

For bedtime discoveries, classroom conversations,
and proud little island hearts.

Message Angelique on WhatsApp

Chat on WhatsApp, or start a call from her chat.
+1 (721) 528-6006

Saint Martin, I Love You. Just the way you are.