Before You Close Your Eyes
By (Author) Scott Stuart
Illustrated by Jess Racklyeft
Hardie Grant Children's Publishing
Hardie Grant Children's Publishing
28th October 2025
Australia
Children
Fiction
Childrens / Teenage personal and social topics: Self-awareness and self-esteem
Childrens / Teenage emotions: Worry, fear
Hardback
24
Width 275mm, Height 225mm
Before you close your eyes tonight
and drift off into sleep,
there are some things that you should know
some thoughts for you to keep
With its gentle lullaby-like text and warm, comforting art, Before You Close Your Eyes encourages children to reflect on their day, be proud of what they've achieved and let go of the things they can't control as they head off to sleep.
From bestselling author Scott Stuart and award-winning illustrator Jess Racklyeft comes your family's new bedtime ritual.
Scott Stuart is a writer, illustrator and designer who watches kids' movies even when his son is not around. He is passionate about dismantling gender stereotypes and empowering children to follow their own unique path. Scott's stories and his uplifting online presence has attracted millions of followers on TikTok. Scott's own path has led him to an assortment of passions, including rugby, dancing, midnight rodeos and karaoke.
Jess Racklyeft is an author and illustrator based in Fitzroy, Melbourne. From her home studio, Jess creates original paintings and prints for greeting card companies and various clients. But her favourite work of all is producing children's books! Jess has authored and illustrated several picture books and board books and has won several awards. Her books include Australia: Country of Colour, Welcome Baby to this World and Iceberg (written by Claire Saxby).