Meghan Markle Turned a Father's Day Poem For Prince Harry Into Her Very First Children's Book

Meghan Markle has written her very first children's book.

The Bench, which explores the evolving bond between fathers and sons as seen through a mother's eyes, was officially published on June 8, just in time for Father's Day.

In fact, the Duchess of Sussex — who is mother to 2-year-old Archie and newborn daughter Lilibet Diana, who was born June 4 — explained that the picture book was inspired by a Father's Day poem she wrote for Prince Harry.

"The Bench started as a poem I wrote for my husband on Father's Day, the month after Archie was born," Meghan said in a statement released by publisher Random House Children's Books. "That poem became this story."

In an excerpt released by Amazon, the story begins with the titular bench:

In the press release, Meghan is described as "a mother, wife, feminist, and activist" who "currently resides in her home state of California with her family, two dogs, and a growing flock of rescue chickens."

The book is illustrated by Caldecott Medal-winning artist Christian Robinson.

"Christian layered in beautiful and ethereal watercolor illustrations that capture the warmth, joy, and comfort of the relationship between fathers and sons from all walks of life; this representation was particularly important to me, and Christian and I worked closely to depict this special bond through an inclusive lens," Meghan said in the statement.

Her debut book aims to offer readers a window into shared and enduring moments between a diverse group of fathers and sons — moments of reflection, trust, discovery, and comfort. As Meghan said: "My hope is that The Bench resonates with every family, no matter the makeup, as much as it does with mine."

The Bench ($19) is available for purchase now. Check out a preview of the book's interior pages ahead.