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FOR IMMEDIATE
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‘The
Dragonfly Secret’ Lets Nature Tell Story of Friendship,
Love, and Remembrance for Children
Maple Plain,
Minnesota, October 1, 2008 – “The Dragonfly Secret: A Story
of Boundless Love” gently encourages children and adults to
consider life’s infinite possibilities. The story takes
place in a beautiful garden and depicts a unique friendship
between a boy and dragonfly. At the request of the boy, the
dragonfly follows clues and discovers an unexpected secret.
Part mystery, part surprise, readers will discover the power
of boundless love in this heartfelt story of friendship,
family, and remembrance. Children and adults may look at
nature in an entirely new light.
“There are many
perspectives from which people try to interpret what happens
in their lives,” said author John Adams. “In this story, we
hope to show readers how nature may comfort someone who is
coping with a loss.” His co-author, Clea Adams, continued,
“Our goal was to write a meaningful story for children and
adults showing that memories of a loved one are forever. By
using nature as the centerpiece, John and I have also tried
to portray a more expansive, interrelated view of our world
and nature’s role within it.”
Feather Rock
Books, Inc. has just released its children’s book, “The
Dragonfly Secret – A Story of Boundless Love,” written by
Clea Adams and John Adams. Beautifully illustrated, this
hardcover book contains vibrant illustrations by
award-winning artist Barbara L. Gibson.
This is John
Adams’ second children’s book. His first award-winning book,
“The Dragonfly Door” is a heartfelt story written to help
children cope with loss and change. It features a water
nymph that transforms into a beautiful dragonfly. The new
book is a continuation of the dragonfly’s life above the
marsh.
The Dragonfly
Secret: A Story of Boundless Love
Hardcover: 32 pages
Publisher: Feather Rock Books, Inc. (October 1, 2008)
ISBN: 978-1-934066-13-3
Price: $16.95
Ages 8 and up
Genres:
1. Juvenile
Fiction – Social Issues – Death and Dying; 2. Juvenile
Fiction – Nature and the Natural World; 3. Family &
Relationships – Death, Grief and Bereavement; 4. Body, Mind
& Spirit – General
Praise for
Dragonfly Series
“The Dragonfly
Secret” is a must for any home library, but it also deserves
a place of honor in libraries, churches, and other places
where young children congregate. This book would also make a
wonderful gift for any young child suffering from a tragic
loss.” –Bobbi's Book Nook (
http://bobbisbooknook.blogspot.com )
“The Dragonfly
Secret” would make a wonderful gift for a child facing loss
in any form. It’s a book that gives readers a soft place to
land in their grieving process.” – Armchair Interviews (
www.armchairinterviews.com )
“The authors
have a talent for storytelling and can relate well to a
child’s perspective.” – Breeni Books (
www.breenibooks.blogspot.com )
“Beautiful
story with a lot of meaning to me and my family. I also
loved the pictures and colors. Your book has touched my
heart in more ways than you know.” – Grieving parent
“The Dragonfly
Secret” is such a moving book and will be treasured in the
library.”
– Elementary school librarian
“Thank you so
very much for comforting all of us who travel down the path
of grief.”
– Grieving mother and teacher
John and Clea
live west of the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area. They love
writing together and working to find the right words to help
children and families deal with grief, loss, and change. For
more information, visit their websites at:
http://www.featherrockbooks.com
http://www.dragonflystories.com
http://www.thedragonflysecret.com
Contact: Feather Rock Books, Inc.
952-473-9091 or 1-877-473-9091
Clea Adams, Executive Director
cadams@featherrockbooks.com
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