A picture book series, ages 3–9
Leo Lion Paws
Hello, I'm Leo.
Tiny lion. Huge personality. Maximum heart. A real little cat with a world of very big adventures.
A picture book series, ages 3–9
Hello, I'm Leo.
Tiny lion. Huge personality. Maximum heart. A real little cat with a world of very big adventures.
Every great adventure begins with one curious little paw.
Meet the little lion behind the stories
Leo may be small, but his heart is enormous. He loves cozy places, curious adventures, kind friends, and discovering the magic in everyday moments.
These stories are inspired by Leo's real-life adventures and the joy he brings to everyone he meets — and yes, he's quite certain he's a lion.
"The bravest hearts are always kind."
His adventures became books
Book one
Book two
Book three
In a brand-new home, every room is somewhere Leo has never been. From the mysterious drip in the kitchen to the mountain that is definitely a couch, he investigates every inch of it, one cautious, determined paw at a time.
Find the book →Every great lion starts somewhere. For Leo, it begins with one tiny, brave step beyond home — into a river, a meadow, a forest full of things worth investigating. Courage isn't fearlessness — it's the next step.
Find the book →When a heatwave sweeps through the forest, Leo shares his shade with a stranger — and one small act of kindness leads him somewhere extraordinary: a hidden ice cave glowing with ancient magic.
Find the book →What readers are saying
Leo's Cozy Kingdom
"This is a marvelous book for kids, for anyone who reads books to or with kids, and for all cat lovers."
"The bravest hearts are always kind."
"Kids will see in his explorations an echo of their own discovery of their world."S. Mathur, Readers' Favorite
From Heatwave to Ice Cave
"Treats its young audience like real partners in learning."
"You don't need a roar to help your neighbors; you just need to share your shade."
"This book offers a cozy, memorable story that captures the kind of story magic kids ask for at bedtime."Laura Imaz, Readers' Favorite Read the full review →
From the editorial review
According to reviewer Laura Imaz, Leo is a curious and relatable protagonist whose journey from a scorching forest to a magical ice cave creates an engaging adventure while teaching empathy, cooperation, and problem-solving — praising the book's vivid imagery, emotional depth, and playful balance between heroic action and childlike fun.
Come explore his world
Beyond the books, Leo shares his real, everyday moments with a small but wonderful group of humans. Every follower is an honorary subject of the kingdom.
For teachers, librarians, bookshops & reviewers
For inquiries: leolionpaws@gmail.com
🦁 Leo may be a tiny lion at home, but real lions and cats need our help too — a few organizations worth supporting: