Pooja Desai, also known as Tia Bua, is a children’s author and storyteller that focuses on the importance of helping children grow mentally. Her mission is to empower children to find their own inner strength, which she accomplishes through her writing.
Her latest project, Tia Bua, Is Sorry for Your Lost Star, focuses on themes of grief, loss and resilience. It offers readers and their families a sense of comfort as they figure out how to handle difficult emotions.
Through compassion and warm storytelling, Bua helps children deal with the strong emotions that can come with saying goodbye. While memories and emotions may never fade, there is a sense of comfort to be found and Bua helps young readers navigate them properly.
“As adults, we sometimes struggle to find the right words to help children through loss and emotional hardship,” says author Tia Bua. “This book gives families a gentle way to start those important conversations while reminding children they are never alone.”
The book is the third installment in a moving trilogy that is dedicated to focusing on children’s mental wellness through the use of nurturing storytelling. It is set to release on Nov. 11, 2025, with the goal of helping many children and families find comfort, even during hard times.
About the Author
Tia Bua is an author, speaker and storyteller, who advocates for children’s mental health wellness in her work. She holds a passion for creating stories that empower younger readers, using storytelling to connect imagination and emotional healing. Her books inspire children to embrace their feelings and discover their inner light.