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True Beauty and Being Yourself: A St. Rose of Lima Story

True Beauty and Being Yourself

A St. Rose of Lima Story

By Claire Swinarski

Part of Fiat Girls

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Give your daughter a saint she can grow with.

Part of the Fiat Girls series, True Beauty and Being Yourself brings the story of young St. Rose of Lima to readers ages 7 to 11, inviting them to discover a beauty that has nothing to do with a mirror and everything to do with the heart.

What if the most beautiful thing about you was something no one could see?

Everyone admires Rose, and it's easy to see why. Growing up in late 1500s Peru, her beauty opens doors that most girls can only dream of. Her mother has grand plans: a wealthy marriage and a life of comfort.

But Rose's heart belongs to a different dream. She sees the suffering of the poor all around her, and she aches to help. When her family falls on hard times, Rose finds the courage to imagine a different path, one that lets her serve both her family and the poor, and follow God by being truly herself.

Can she help her mother see that inner goodness shines with a beauty far greater than a pretty face?

Readers can connect with young St. Rose of Lima through:

Engaging narrative storytelling by author Claire Swinarski
Stunning illustrations by Lorena Cerquiera that draw young readers into the story and culture of St. Rose

A "Rose in History" section by Amy Welborn that helps readers understand the historical figure of St. Rose

"I found the narrative and illustrations very moving. I hope that this book is widely read by many people, and that they come to know and to love Jesus more through the example and intercession of St. Rose of Lima."

-Cajetan Cuddy, O.P.
General Editor, Encyclopedia of Catholic Theology

SKU: 9798892761383
Binding: Paperback
Edition: 1st
Dimensions: 5.5 x 8.5 in
Weight: 3.8 oz
Page Count: 64
Language: English
Series: Fiat Girls
Publisher: Ascension Press
Publication Date: Jul 31, 2026
Copyright Year: 2026

Contributors

Claire Swinarski

Author

Claire Swinarski is the author of books for both adults and children, including Girl, Arise! and In Full Bloom. A former FOCUS missionary and graduate of the University of Wisconsin–Madison, Claire writes and speaks about faith, vocation, and the beauty of everyday life. She is also the host of The Catholic Feminist podcast, a top-ranked spirituality podcast with nearly two million downloads.

Claire's writing has been featured in The Washington Post, Good Housekeeping, Seventeen, America, Verily, Radiant, Blessed Is She, FemCatholic, and many other publications.

She lives outside Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with her husband and two children.

Lorena Cerqueira

Illustrator

Lorena Cerqueira is a freelance illustrator originally from Portugal and currently residing in the UK. She studied animation before transitioning to full-time illustration. Inspired by artists such as Klimt and Van Gogh, she creates vibrant, richly textured scenes drawn from fairytales and the natural world. Guided by a passion for learning new techniques and sharing her unique perspective, she works in digital media to bring her whimsical worlds to life. In her free time, she enjoys walks, visiting museums, reading, and spending time with friends.

Amy Welborn

Contributor

Amy Welborn is the author of over 20 books on Catholic spirituality, apologetics, and history, including the best-selling Great Adventure Kids Catholic Bible Chronicles, published by Ascension. Her writing has been featured in several renowned publications, including the New York Times, Catholic News Service, The Catholic Digest, and Our Sunday Visitor. Amy holds a bachelor’s degree in history from the University of Tennessee and a master’s in Church history from Vanderbilt University.

Amy has five children, ages 39 to 17, and lives in Birmingham, Alabama with the youngest.

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True Beauty and Being Yourself

Give your daughter a saint she can grow with.