It's October & Great Things are Happening!

Can you believe that it’s October already?  I am amazed how fast the years go by as I get older, and it seems this year is flying by in the blink of an eye!  It’s been 4 months since the release of my children’s book, Bea Beluga and the Magic Tutu.  This cute little children’s story has led me to some beautiful new people and experiences! 
 
This week I had the pleasure of reading my book and doing a fun craft at the Holbrook Public Library with an amazing group of kids.  We read about Bea’s excitement about starting dance, her wonder at the beautiful sparkly magic tutu, her dedication to practicing her sport, her perseverance and trust when faced with adversity, and ultimately her most important life lesson – to always believe in herself!  As you can see in the picture, I had the perfect whale sweater in my closet for the occasion! (I guess you could say I have had a love of whales for a very long time!)
 
I’ll be the first to admit that the book looks a little bit girl-oriented and dance specific (think pink fluffy tutu!), but let me assure you that the message the book shares with our readers is that if you work hard and surround yourself with people you trust, you will accomplish whatever it is you set your mind to!  This is a message that anyone can relate, and one that kept me going earlier this year as I worked through the logistics of writing and publishing a children’s book and finding the perfect illustrator.
 
So, what’s next?!?  I will have my books on display at the Brockton YMCA Fall Family Festival on Saturday, October 9th from 10:00am-3:00pm, so come on by and visit and pick up an autographed book!  I will also be doing another author reading (and craft) at Thayer Public Library on Thursday, November 4th at 4:00. 
 
I will leave you with some exciting news!!  The second Bea Beluga book is currently being illustrated, so keep a look-out for updates on Bea Beluga Meets a New Friend – due out later this year! 
 
Be well!
Carolyn

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