Release Day - The Faeries of Halloween by Rose Killion
Today I have a very special guest. This young woman is
smart and funny. She has a true heart and a generous spirit. She also happens
to be my niece. Needless to say, I have a good measure of her character.
Today she is celebrating the release day of her first
picture book. I have seen this adorable story throughout its journey and I’ve
pre-ordered my copy. I can’t wait to see the final version. As you will learn,
this book was a true family affair. (I’m blessed to be part of a very talented
family.)
Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, I present newly
published author, Rose Killion.
Congratulations, Rose, on the release of The Faeries
of Halloween! Tell us about the book.
The Faeries of Halloween is a picture book for children of
all ages. It tells the story of how Maria and her brother Peter first hear
about the legend of the Faeries of Halloween. They must decide if they are
willing to donate their Halloween candy to a good cause in exchange for a
surprise gift.
What inspired the story?
I was never a fan of the amount of candy my young children
would come home with after Trick-or-Treating on Halloween. When we moved to
Northern California, we met a family that trades their candy for a present on
Halloween through the Halloween Fairy. We tried it that year and the kids were
more excited about their gift than missing the candy. I wanted to spread the
word about this fantastic new tradition and the story was born.
As this book took shape, you ended up collaborating with
your brother. How did that idea come together?
I had sent the story to a few local publishing houses that
were not interested in picture books at the time. I expressed my frustration to
my brother, Thomas Henschel. He confided to me that he was starting up a
publishing company and would love to have my book be his first published work.
Thomas is also a very talented artist and did all the
illustrations for The Faeries of Halloween!
I’m a very proud aunt! You guys are amazing. Tell us a
little about you, Rose.
I live in beautiful wine country, east of San Francisco,
California, with my two spirited children and supportive husband. I have taught
preschool through early elementary school children, and currently homeschool
our two kids.
Our son was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at the age of
nine. I have since been inspired to find new ways to help him enjoy normal
childhood activities without risking his health. The Faeries of Halloween is a
new tradition that not only helps him, but other families struggling to keep
their children healthy, without having to take away the joy of
trick-or-treating.
I have always had a love of writing and have graduated from
the Institute of Children’s Literature. The Faeries of Halloween is my first
published book. But it won’t be my last!
Where can we purchase The Faeries of Halloween?
You can purchase The Faeries of Halloween through the
website: www.faeriesofhalloween.com
Thanks for visiting today, Rose. Best of luck to you and
your new book.
CONGRATS, Rose!
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