Thomas Spotted Elk
About the Author
Thomas Spotted Elk is a storyteller at heart and a Chiricahua Apache wordsmith, artist, and musician who weaves tradition, truth, and tenderness into every tale he shares. Born and raised on the sunbaked soil of an Arizona reservation, he grew up listening to the wind carry stories of old, learning that words hold more than meaning; they carry medicine.
Once a healer in the medical field, Thomas now heals in different ways: through brushstrokes on canvas, melodies strummed on his guitar, and stories that bridge generations. His writing doesn’t just speak – it listens, offering a hand to children, parents, and families walking the winding roads of modern life. Whether in the gentle strength of Bridges of Kindness or the unflinching honesty of Challenges Your Children Will Experience, his stories remind us that courage isn’t always loud. Sometimes, it’s the quiet act of holding on, reaching out, or simply being seen.
Today, Thomas lives by the ocean in Huntington Beach, California, where the waves remind him of life’s rhythms – constant, changing, and always moving forward. His work is more than words on a page; it’s an invitation to remember where we come from, honor where we’re going, and believe, deeply, that no one walks alone.
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About Book
Bridges of Kindness by Thomas takes readers into the emotional world of middle school, where fitting in can feel like a daily battle. Middle school can feel like stepping into a whole new world-exciting, confusing, and sometimes, downright cruel. For Joseph Thunderheart, it starts out as a place of new possibilities, but it quickly turns into a battleground. The teasing, the whispers, the outright bullying-it chips away at him, making him question where he belongs. Bridges of Kindness isn’t just another story about bullying. It’s about finding strength in the face of cruelty, about breaking the cycle of pain, and about choosing to be kind even when the world isn’t. Raw, real, and deeply moving, this book reminds us all that true courage isn’t about fighting back-it’s about standing strong in who you are. This unforgettable story is a powerful reminder that even the smallest act of kindness can build bridges that change lives.
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Thomas Spotted Elk’s words don’t just tell a story, they heal. Bridges of Kindness reminded me that even in the hardest moments, compassion is the strongest choice. My children and I read it together, and now ‘How can we build a bridge?’ is a daily question in our home.
Raw, real, and deeply moving. Challenges Your Children Will Experience doesn’t shy away from tough truths, but it also doesn’t leave you without hope. As a therapist, I recommend this to every parent navigating today’s world.
— Dr. Evan Grey, Child Psychologist
— Lila Tyler Social Worker & Advocate
Reading Thomas Spotted Elk’s work feels like coming home. His blend of artistry, words, music, and visuals, creates an experience, not just a story. I keep Bridges of Kindness on my desk as a daily reminder to lead with kindness.
