My Generation Books was created to honor the memories of Lisa and Jonathan Heller. Lisa passed away from a cardiac event in her sleep in 2019, just five years after Jonathan succumbed to an aggressive cancer.

My Generation was inspired by Lisa and Jonathan’s generation, whose music, civil rights activism, and numerous acts of progress profoundly influenced their children. Ruby’s Waves is a story rich with Heller family motifs, memories and themes central to the living memoirs of the authors parents.

Italian artist Francesco Orazzini creates stunning, psychedelic artwork that evokes the nostalgic illustrations of the books Jesse read as a child. If you knew Lisa and Jon, Jesse hopes Francesco's beautiful images will rekindle the loving presence of his parents, keeping their memories alive.