When a Monster Dreams was written to help calm my young son's fear of monsters at bedtime. By painting monsters in a lovable, cheerful light, they didn't seem scary to him anymore. Looking deeper within the story, this book can apply to overcoming a fear of another person or situation. Although sometimes different or unfamiliar, deep down everyone is the same we all strive for joy and happiness in our lives and my story reflects these universal wishes and dreams. When a Monster Dreams is whimsical, comforting and embodies all things "joyful".