My Castle Heart Publications

Sue LaGow is the spark and the sparkle behind My Castle Heart Publications.

As the dear friend and mother-in-law to Angela Taylor Hylland, My Castle Heart’s founder, Sue inspired Angela to embrace the unknown, pursue one’s creative bliss, and live a carpe diem life.

Sue had a joie de vivre that squeezed a lot of living into her influential 64 years. Sue was an enthusiastic member of the theater community, charismatic business leader, avid world traveler, passionate breast cancer crusader, celebrated hostess, and a beloved family matriarch and friend. Sunshine seemed to burst from her expressive moments, infectious laugh, sing-songy outbursts, and atomic smile.

In 2010, she died after a valiant 13-year battle with breast cancer, shortly after Angela gave birth to Sue’s first biological grandchild. Angela knew she had to do something to pass on Sue’s legacy. The next generation deserved to have Sue’s go-getter philosophy and beaming positive influence.

For decades, Sue held the flame of an idea that a “denim jungle” would be an intriguing perspective for a children’s book. So that’s where Angela began. And thus, My Castle Heart Publications and Angela’s book adventures sparked into life.

In death, as in life, Sue continues to motivate and inspire. In the words of her favorite musical, Wicked: “We’re who we are today because we knew you.” Here’s to more people being inspired by Sue to live their own bright burst of a life.