Children’s fiction author Carmel Brudenell releases the second edition of “Shelty and the Race” (published by Xlibris AU). Originally praised for its! charming pencil illustrations, this updated version now features vibrant color illustrations that bring Shelty’s adventure to life.
This exciting story stimulates children’s imaginative skills by allowing them to participate in the story of the race. Here, young readers can join Tilly Boo and Shelty in overcoming adversity to a satisfactory conclusion, being rewarded for their dedication and hard work to achieve their dreams. The overall concept of the book is tc encourage children to work towards reaching their goals and to treat animals with compassion.
“Shelty and the Race” is full of striking colorful illustrations that depict the emotions of the riders and the ponies. It also uses simple and descriptive language, making it suitable for early childhood and beginning readers.
When asked what she wants readers to take away from the book, the author states, “Happiness. A sense they can achieve by applying themselves to tasks. Developing imaginative skills around the idea of riding a pony, which can be played out with rocking or hobbyhorses. You can work successfully with ponies by dedication and kindness.”
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