Little Monkey Learns to Share

The book Little Monkey Learns to Share is my very first actual publication! This is a dream come true and I am so happy to be able to share pictures from the book with you! Check them out!

 

  

The story is about sharing and how it can create positive experiences for both the sharer and the share. (I made up that term but you get the idea). Little Monkey lives next to the only banana tree on the island and does not want to share his bananas with any of the other animals. But he is very lonely. He sees Little Elephant, who loves to share his peanuts with all the other animals, as a happy little guy with lots of friends. Little Elephant teaches Little Monkey that "It is better to share, than not share at all, from the tallest animal, to the very small".

               

So far, the reports from kids and families alike is that the children love the vibrant colors and pictures and keep requesting the story over and over. That makes my heart so happy! 

I went with the Xlibris company to self publish and so far, I have sold the books at craft fairs, schools, have made donations to charities like Make A Wish Foundation, and local libraries and schools. The book is for sale at amazon.com and retail value is $15.99 but it may be on sale for much cheaper! It is also available for purchase through the Xlibris store for $15.99. 

I have successfully been able to have it for purchase at Tilly and Salvy's Bacon Street Farm in Natick, MA. It is also for sale at Beyond Beans in Wayland, MA. Be sure to check this place out! They have the BEST  homemade goodies, breakfast sandwiches, and coffee!!! I go there every morning practically and have tried most of their stuff. 

Autographed copies can also be purchased from me for $25, this includes shipping and handling. Just send me a request and we can take care of the details!

I am currently working on a series called the Adventures of Chicky. This is a really cute series that features "Chicky" who in reality is based on my daughter. Chicky is growing up and she has many big girl- er, chicky experiences like a new nest, her first Easter Egg Hunt, getting over her fear of the dark, spending weekends in New Hampshire, getting a new bunny rabbit... you get the idea. Hopefully this too will be in print very soon.

Happy reading!

My Publications

Hello!

I am sitting here in my 6 year old daughter's playroom watching her bunny rabbit Chestnut run around and explore the new cardboard castle we got her and finally creating my first blog! I am a writer, an illustrator, a photographer, a creative mind, an Occupational Therapist, a Massage Therapist, and most importantly a wife and a mother to my pint sized bundle of sweetness- Kayleigh Nicole.  I enjoy quilting (although I am somewhat of a beginner)and cooking/ baking. I enjoy helping others take the time to enjoy the best life has to offer and through my therapy, build on skills that they will use the rest of their lives that are healthier and more productive.

I started this blog because I wanted to delve further into my creative outlets of photography and party planning. I am in LOVE with Pinterest and enjoy relaxing and looking at all of the cutest creations and party ideas out there. Creating truly makes me happy. Last year for Kayleigh's 6th birthday, I planned an Ice Cream Parlour birthday and had so much fun!  I have tried to insert pictures but for some reason, it is not working. I will keep trying, I promise!

I have also planned an Elf Breakfast for the first time last year for Kayleigh and her neighbor BFF where our elf Selsie introduced himself for the first time. Let me tell you, he had quite a grand time setting up the breakfast table and creating lots of Elf Shenanigans for the whole month of December! What fun! We will be hosting another Elf Breakfast on December 1st and Kayleigh has requested a second elf, a girl one at that this year.  I'll have to check with the rules on that one, lol. 

More for December includes a North Pole Party and a Sugar Plum Fairy and Gingerbread Decorating Party! I know it seems like a lot, but they are only little once aren't they? And I love creating memories that will last a lifetime!  I hope that you enjoy these posts and I can't wait to share all of my creative ideas with you!

Happy Planning!

Ariane