Why I Wrote I LOVE PIZZA!

If you ask kids what their favorite food is, more often than not you’ll hear a happy shout of “Pizza!” And I have to admit—I feel the same way. Pizza is colorful, delicious, and endlessly fun. That’s why I decided to create a children’s book all about it, called I LOVE PIZZA!

When I began writing this story, I wanted to capture the sheer excitement children feel when they think about pizza. The gooey cheese, the bright red tomatoes, the smell of it baking in the oven—it’s a feast for the senses. And it’s something children everywhere can relate to.

Capturing Joy in a Slice
The book begins with the simple declaration:
“I love pizza in the morning… Pizza at lunch. Pizza for dinner, and also if there’s brunch.”

From there, the narrator’s love for pizza grows bigger and sillier with every page. He imagines being crowned the “Pizza King,” delights in pizza at the pool, and even dreams about eating three pizzas in a single day!

Writing those lines made me laugh, and I knew children would laugh right along with me. Humor is such a powerful way to engage young readers, and pizza gave me the perfect subject to play with.

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The Deeper Layers (Like Toppings!)
Of course, as with many of my books, I didn’t want the story to be just about food. I tucked a few life lessons into the fun as well.

One of my favorite parts of the book is when the narrator admits that sharing pizza can be difficult—after all, who wants to give up a slice? But then he discovers something wonderful:
“Yes, I find sharing my pizza is somewhat of a shame. But then, I end up with more friends than I can name.”

That simple truth—sharing leads to friendship—is one I believe children can understand deeply. It’s a lesson wrapped inside laughter, which makes it both memorable and meaningful.

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A Gentle Lesson on Balance
Another important message in I LOVE PIZZA! is moderation. While the book begins with an over-the-top love of pizza, it ends with a thoughtful reminder: too much of a good thing isn’t always best.

“Maybe a little is better than a lot. In this way I won’t have to stop! Yes, there is a measure in all things… Just one slice of pizza and my heart sings!”

For me, this ending was important. I wanted children to enjoy the silliness of loving pizza while also learning about balance and healthy choices. Life is full of wonderful things—pizza included!—but joy often comes from appreciating them in just the right amount.

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Celebrating Diversity with Pizza
Since pizza is loved all over the world, it felt natural to create a multicultural version of I LOVE PIZZA! as well. Food is such a universal connector, and pizza especially is enjoyed in countless ways across different cultures.
By offering this version, my hope was to celebrate diversity while showing children that joy, food, and friendship belong to everyone, everywhere.

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Why I Love Sharing This Book
When I share I LOVE PIZZA! with children, their eyes light up. They giggle at the silly rhymes, shout out their favorite toppings, and sometimes even sing along with the repetition. And when they hear the lessons about sharing and balance, they nod knowingly—as if they’ve discovered something important for themselves.

That’s what I love about writing for children. Every story is an opportunity to bring joy, spark imagination, and leave behind a little wisdom.

So the next time you’re enjoying a slice with your family, I hope you’ll also enjoy a few giggles from I LOVE PIZZA! Because just like pizza, a good story is meant to be shared.

I Love Pizza! may be found on Amazon through my website. Simply click here to visit my Children’s Books page and explore this story along with many more.