Princesses Are Warriors Too
I’m working on something gentle. A reminder wrapped in a story. It’s called Princesses Are Warriors…
Oh, Coloured Girl, You Will Go Far
I’m working on something tender. Something strong. A book made of letters — written for coloured…
This One’s for You, Daddy
The worlds I’m building have helped me through my grief. Bears that are empathetic. Squirrels that…
Rest Counts Too
I’ve been moving slowly—not because I’ve given up, but because sometimes rebuilding asks for stillness first….
The Courage to Begin Again
I used to think starting over meant failure. That going back to the beginning meant I’d…
The Kindness We Forget to Give Ourselves
I speak kindly to others. I remind them to rest, to be gentle with themselves, to…
Some Days You Don’t Want to Lead
There are days you just want to rest. Not inspire. Not guide. Not carry the weight…
The Invisible Load
You can’t always see it—but we carry it. The invisible load. The grief that lingers long…
I’ve Been Here Before (And I know how to fight when I have to)
I’ve always been the “difficult” one. The one who noticed too much. The one who spoke…
Write It Down
My dad used to say it all the time. “Write it down.” Ideas, worries, prayers, hopes—whatever…
A Gentle No, A Firm No — Either Way, Your “No” Is Powerful
Ever think of saying no, but still say yes because you feel like you’re supposed to?…
Perfection Has No Space Here
We’re always told to be this and that. To smile the right way, speak the right…
To the mothers — especially the ones who are grieving
I see you. Mother’s Day carries so many emotions, and for some, it’s not a day…
A Soft Landing for Heavy Days
There are days I carry it all. The work. The worry. The weight of things I…
Some stories take time to tell
Sometimes it’s not the loudest voices that bring change — it’s the ones that stay consistent….
What We Build in the Quiet Still Matters
There’s something sacred about building in silence. When no one’s watching—not really—you still choose to create….
Trauma Blocked My Creativity
When my dad passed away, I didn’t want to hear about how journaling could help me…
The Zeeman Foundation Is Officially Registered
Today we share something deeply personal and long-awaited—The Ernest Edgar Zeeman Snr Foundation has officially been…
Our Promise: To Keep Showing Up
The truth is, we don’t write books because we feel strong every day.We write them because…
When Words Build Worlds
Sometimes healing doesn’t come in loud declarations.Sometimes it comes quietly, on a printed page, whispered from…
Meet the Family Behind LM Publishing House
While LM Publishing House officially carries my name, it’s a family vision. My husband, Lyle, an…
A Legacy of Kindness: Continuing a Father’s Dream
Some dreams don’t end when a life ends.Some dreams are seeds — planted deep, meant to…
The Power of Storytelling in Children’s Mental Health
It’s easy to underestimate how much children carry.The fears they don’t have words for. The anxiety…
About the Founder: Melody Plaatjes
At the heart of LM Publishing House is a simple belief:Words can heal. Stories can rebuild….
Building Hope, One Page at a Time
Today isn’t the day everything turned out perfectly.Today is simply the day I showed up. Over…
BlessHer
Uplifting Women, One Care Package at a Time In a world that can often feel overwhelming…
Welcome to LM Publishing House
At LM Publishing House, we are dedicated to creating impactful and uplifting content that inspires readers…