Stories rooted in faith, family & heart

Words that feel
like coming home.

Welcome to the world of Tylila Ford—where honest poetry meets joyful children’s stories, and every page holds a piece of the heart.

A young girl carrying a suitcase and walking toward her grandmother's home
A new children’s story coming soon
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From my bookshelf

Stories for every season

From deeply personal poetry to the sweetness of childhood memories, each book invites you to pause, feel, and connect.

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Walking In My Shoes

My Life in Poetry

A candid collection of life’s most painful, delicate, and defining moments—brought to life through poetic expression.

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Tylila Ford A Trip to
Grandma’s
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A Trip to Grandma’s

A children’s picture book

A warm celebration of family, anticipation, and the special kind of love that waits at Grandma’s door.

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Meet the author

Hi, I’m Tylila.
Most people call me Ty.

I’m a wife, mother of two, daughter, author, speaker, entrepreneur, and coach. I write from the places that shape us most: faith, family, hardship, healing, and hope.

Whether I’m sharing a poem drawn from real life or creating a colorful adventure for young readers, my purpose is the same—to write words that help people feel seen.

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