Being a mother is the most important thing in my life, and no matter how old your children are, you never stop worrying about them and trying to help them. My wonderful grown-up son, Jamie, has Asperger's, and couldn't get employment, despite being exceptionally clever and a very talented artist. I started writing children's stories to showcase his illustrations and we have had 3 beautiful short story books in the Danny Dragon series for younger readers published (book 4, 'Danny's Summer Holiday', out shortly).
Although I'm old enough to be a great grandma (but sadly not even a grandma yet) I found I've really taken to writing, and tomorrow, our first full length novel, Beach Beings, for mid-grade reader (around 7-13) will be published. This is a very big deal for us, and in order to secure Jamie future, important it's a success.
Beach Beings is a fast-moving, exciting, funny and touching story about tiny creatures that live on the beach. It has a a strong environmental message, but mostly it's about love and hope; the love of our families and the power of love that won't let us give up until every one of us is safely home.
I'd be really grateful if any Mum of a child of the right age would read it to their child and give me a honest review (from them as a parent and from their child). It's published by Pegasus and available from Amazon and most booksellers: I will post a signed copy to the first 5 Mums to volunteer. Thank you.