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    Author Showcase: Althea’s Window Box and the Land of Slumber by Jason Leon Britsas

    Bianca SchulzeBy Bianca Schulze3 Mins Read Author Showcase
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    By Jason Leon Britsas, for The Children’s Book Review
    Published: November 4, 2010

    Althea’s Window Box and the Land of Slumber

    by Jason Leon Britsas (Author),  Mason Parker (Illustrator)

    Self-Published BookA children’s book celebrating both the beauty of nature and the beauty inherent in dreams, imagination, and discovery; encourages timeless values of strength, character, and courage along the way.

    “When I read [Althea’s Window Box and the Land of Slumber], a peaceful feeling overcame me, one I hadn’t felt in a long time…It felt magical as I followed along on Althea’s journey. It’s definitely a book for old and young alike.” ~ The Tkachuk Family

    It is a bit of a paradox. When children, wrapped in a blanket of innocence, are the center of our universe, we have an opportunity as adults to convey to our beloved offspring that, as human beings, we are decidedly not the center of the universe.

    Jason Leon Britsas sensitively conveys this lesson in his debut children’s book, Althea’s Window Box and the Land of Slumber. Althea, a young city girl, dreams that she journeys into the wilderness. Along the way, she encounters opportunities and challenges that require her to adapt to her new surroundings.

    “In this adventure of discovery,” says Britsas, “Althea builds strength, courage, appreciation, character, and heart.”

    She also learns that while she is indeed part of the universe, there is so much more to discover that, until now, she had literally never dreamed of. Dreaming, as Britsas convincingly demonstrates, is one way Althea can access the many realities existing beyond her – and our own – daily reality.

    “My story book celebrates the vast beauty that is available to us every single day.”, comments Britsas.

    As a recent reader, H. Weldon, writes, “I loved your children’s book! But, I put it to the real test and read it to my little three-year-old granddaughter Kayla. She listened intently (huge feat for a three-year-old), pointed at the pictures to make comments, and as soon as the story was over, she wanted to hear it all over again! A sure sign that the book was a hit!”

    About the author: Jason Britsas, a native of San Diego, California, is inspired by the areas diverse geographical surroundings and the fact that, in a single day, he can swim in the ocean, hike the mountains, and explore the unique desert wilderness.

    Available at: www.altheaswindowbox.com

    Hard cover: $17.95

    ISBN: 978-0-9843295-0-2

    Author Showcase: A place for authors and illustrators to gain visibility for their work. Titles featured in the Author Showcase may not have been read by The Children’s Book Review, and reflect the thoughts of the author, illustrator, or publishing company. Read more …

    *Disclosure: Please note that this post may contain affiliate links that share some commission. Rest assured that these will not affect the cost of any products and services promoted here. Our team always provides their authentic opinion in all content published on this site.

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    Bianca Schulze is the founder of The Children’s Book Review. She is a reader, reviewer, mother and children’s book lover. She also has a decade’s worth of experience working with children in the great outdoors. Combined with her love of books and experience as a children’s specialist bookseller, the goal is to share her passion for children’s literature to grow readers. Born and raised in Sydney, Australia, she now lives with her husband and three children near Boulder, Colorado.

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