Deer-lightful
A yoga story awakening to our light within
Deer-lightful is a beautiful 36 page hardback children's picture book, ideal for children 4-12 years, yoga teachers, school teachers, parents...
and for the inner child inside every adult.
We all have a yearning deep inside for deep inner contentment. Deer-lightful gives the reader the opportunity to discover this not just through the words but on a deeper level through full embodiment of the story.
The yoga sequence in Deer-lightful is Dru Yoga's foundation Energy Block Release sequence and has the potential to bring about profound transformation.
To add yet another layer to this book, there is a script of a guided relaxation at the end which gives the reader time to integrate the message of the story.
This is a pinnacle point in the experience as it also gives the reader an opportunity to discover that magic place within, when we allow ourselves to stop and just be, which is a necessary life skill we need to teach our busy children in this fast-paced world.
Suzanna Thell - author
The story of the musk deer resonated on such a deep level when I first heard it on my Dru Yoga teacher training course, that I wanted to share it with the world - and so the journey of Deer-lightful began!
Yuti McLean - illustrator
Spiritual artist, lover of nature, the wilderness, yoga and meditation, Yuti painted the exquisite, delightful illustrations in oils.
Mouli McKenzie - book design
Deer-lightful would not have been possible without the experience, direction and support of Mouli, our guiding light.
Heart-moving story
with a profound secret to be discovered
Yoga sequence
with yoga instructions under the flaps
Deep relaxation
calming the nervous system and finding the magic
Educational information
to follow through and go deeper
School & Library Book Readings with Suzanna
Bring Storytime to Life — With Yoga, Movement & Magic
Invite Suzanna to your school or library for a truly special experience where storytime meets stillness, movement, and mindfulness.
Through her heartfelt children’s book, Deer-lightful, Suzanna guides young readers on a gentle journey of self-discovery — helping them awaken to their inner light through story, yoga, and guided relaxation.
Ideal for children aged 5–12, this 45-minute session includes:
- A sharing of the creation of Deer-lightful
- A guided yoga sequence that brings the story to life
- A calming relaxation practice and sweet meditation not to be forgotten
Children are invited not just to hear the story, but to feel it through their bodies. This interactive experience supports emotional wellbeing, body awareness and teaching children how they can access their inner calm.
Optional Add-On: Behind the Book – The Creative Process
For schools interested in extending the experience into literacy and storytelling, Suzanna also offers an optional add-on to the session, exploring the journey of writing, publishing and printing story books. This behind-the-scenes sharing is an inspiring glimpse into the world of book creation, and often sparks rich classroom follow-up projects in storytelling, art and creativity.
Deer-lightful's exquisite illustrations are painted in oils by Dru yogi and artist, Yuti McLean.
To view more of Yuti's work: Yuti's Book Illustrations - YUTI MCLEAN ART
Order your copy of Deer-lightful
signed by author, Suzanna Thell
Purchase herePeace in Your Hands
A percentage of each Deer-lightful book sale is donated to Peace in your Hands ~ World Peace Flame Education Package, supporting teachers in changing attitudes and building skills among primary school children in terms of peace, tolerance and respect.
Sharing the light of the World Peace Flame, helping others awaken
to the light within.
A legacy of peace starts with children.
