I contacted Kayleigh and Jules, a couple who is launching their book "Rory and friends" and this is what they wanted to share about it ❤️
"My wife and I are in the process of self publishing our first children's picture book in its series, The Adventures of Rory and Friends.
The main character is a lovable Raccoon named Rory who has a facial birthmark. He and his many friends have great adventures together in Yonder Forest.
The book doesn't focus on the birthmark however it is mentioned, which makes it perfect for all children.
We decided to create this book as our daughter River was born with a facial Hemangioma Birthmark.
We noticed that there are no characters her or others with facial differences can relate too, whether that is toys, books, cartoons and we really want to change that!
We believe that educating young people at an early age will leave them more tolerant and accepting of others with differences.
Our goal is to get our book into as many primary schools, nursery and childminding settings and homes as possible, to encourage teachers and parents to start up conversations surrounding facial differences, as this is not something currently taught.
Hopefully this will encourage healthy conversations and make children more accepting, inclusive and reduce the amount of bullying. Also children with birthmarks will feel included and have a lovable character that they can relate too, as currently there are not any.
*Some of the book characters.
The Adventures of Rory and Friends will be available to purchase from Nov 2020 and all proceeds will go towards a second book, this is non profit.
Many Thanks."
- Kayleigh & Jules.
For more information visit: www.roryandfriends.co.uk https://www.facebook.com/Theadventuresofroryandfriends/
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