Build Your Village: A Guide to Finding Joy and Community in Every Stage of Life Author: Florence Ann Romano

Build Your Village by Florence Ann Romano is a heartfelt blueprint for cultivating connection, support, and joy throughout every phase of life. In a time when loneliness and isolation affect people of all ages, Romano offers readers practical steps to foster meaningful relationships and nurture their emotional well-being by “building a village.”

Drawing from her experience as a personal growth advocate and caregiving expert, Romano encourages readers to identify the roles people play in their lives—from encouragers and healers to truth-tellers and accountability partners—and then actively seek those connections to build a circle of trust and support.

This book is both a call to action and a comforting companion for those navigating transitions such as:

Starting adulthood or moving to a new city

Experiencing parenthood or caregiving roles

Facing loss, reinvention, or late-life solitude

Through engaging anecdotes, reflection prompts, and actionable guidance, Romano empowers readers to recognize and overcome social fears, let go of toxic dynamics, and embrace vulnerability. The tree imagery on the cover serves as a beautiful metaphor: roots of trust, branches of diversity, and leaves of joy—all supported by hands of love and intention.

Perfect for:

Readers seeking deeper relationships and authentic connection

Community builders and caregivers across generations

Fans of personal development and emotional wellness

Those exploring purpose, belonging, and inner joy

Build Your Village inspires readers not just to find their people—but to be someone else's anchor, too. In every life stage, joy is within reach when we reach out.