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About the Founder

Hello, I'm Da'Quisha.

Publishing coach. Brand strategist. Children's book author.

I help experts, educators, entrepreneurs, and emerging authors turn what they know into professionally published books, powerful brands, and opportunities beyond the page. As an author, I create daily life and social skills books for elementary and middle schoolers — empowering them to be the best versions of themselves in their homes, classrooms, and communities through titles that focus on essential social-emotional intelligence and daily life skills. These stories help kids navigate relationships, understand emotions, and engage positively in their communities.

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Da'Quisha Whitaker, Founder of Water Rocks Publishing
The Origin

The story of Water Rocks.

Founded on Purpose

As a former educator, community social worker, and mentor, I have always loved teaching and serving others. With a background in English–Creative Writing and Curriculum and Instruction, I knew early on that I wanted to be a storyteller and an educator — even if I didn't know yet how those two roles would come together.

After having my first son and deciding to stay home with him, my love of writing reignited. I began creating stories for young readers — stories about the small, honest lessons kids learn every day: how to make a friend, how to say sorry, how to be brave in a big feeling.

During my traditional and self-publishing journey, I experienced many bumps in the road. I found myself saying, over and over, how much I wished the journey had been easier, less stressful, and more educational. In enters Water Rocks Publishing. Our agency works with new and aspiring authors, speakers, and businesses — helping them share their stories through publishing and branding in the most creative, inspiring, educational, entertaining, and profitable ways.

Also Known as D.M. Whitaker

A body of work built on purpose.

I don't just coach authors from the outside — I've walked the road myself, publishing over twenty-five books in 5 years. As D.M. Whitaker, I write daily life and social skills books for parents, educators, and childcare providers. Every title started as a lesson I wanted to teach my own kids and my classroom, and every one taught me something new about publishing along the way.

25+Published Books
5+Years Publishing
1Award Winner
The Scary Dinosaur and the Stinky Skunk: A Fable on Accepting Differences
Scary Dinosaur and Stinky Skunk — Sharing and Taking Turns
Scary Dinosaur and Stinky Skunk — Apologizing
Scary Dinosaur and Stinky Skunk: The Campout Comic
The Grand Adventures of Jade and Grace: Navigating Periods and Friendships
The Grand Adventures of Jade and Grace: Unimaginable Friendship
Jade and Grace Affirmation Coloring Book
Girl Uninterrupted Gratitude Journal
Born Brave — a story of CHD awareness
The Potty Monster — Girls
The Potty Monster — Boys
Brush Your Teeth! (Brandon's Song)
Scary Dinosaur Coloring — Making New Friends
Scary Dinosaur Coloring — Friendship Skills
Draw and Write Journal for Kids
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The Water Rocks Promise

We want you to be

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Stress-free

during the very intricate process of getting your book ready to publish and your business brand ready for profit.

02

Confident

in the professional quality of your books and business brand — knowing every detail was designed to make you proud.

03

Prepared

to launch, market, and sell your books, products, and services with confidence and a clear next step.

The Guarantee

The publishing and branding journey, like any journey, isn't perfect and easy — but with support, resources, and quality customer service, Water Rocks guarantees to make the process one you will love, learn from, and value.

— Da'Quisha Whitaker
Founder, Water Rocks Publishing

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