The coronavirus lockdowns of 2020 were experienced by everyone the world over. For author Jason Goodchild, they served as the spark for his new series of books, titled The Dwellings. He was inspired by the array of heightened emotions experienced in homes around the world during that time and set out to put those feelings into children’s books. Lilly the Lighthouse: Saved by the Storm is the first book in the series and it explores themes of bullying, forgiveness and the enduring power of friendship.
The series is set against the backdrop of various global locations, with each book in the series centering on a different dwelling – be it a quaint countryside or a rocky cliff coastline. As the narrative unfolds, readers will discover how these buildings are imbued with the feelings of their occupants. As a result, the buildings are now capable of expressing their own personalities, emotions and desires, offering a unique lens on the human experience, highlighting the powerful interplay between people and the places they call home.
With five-star reviews and loved by children and parents alike, Goodchild’s story resonates with the people who lived through the experience of lockdowns, using colourful illustrations and rhyme to keep children engaged.
Synopsis:
Lilly was a popular old Lighthouse that lived in a town called Lea. When the local council decided that Lilly was too old, they built two new lighthouses and planned to demolish her. To make matters worse, the new lighthouses continually taunted her. But one fateful night, a storm changed everything.
The author says:
“It was inspired by lockdown, where homes adopted the heightened emotions and feelings of their inhabitants and have subsequently come to life.”
Published by Blazing Books, Lilly the Lighthouse: Saved by the Storm is available to purchase: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/
About the author:
Jason Goodchild originally hails from Northwest London and is one of seven children, born to devoted parents, Mr. and Mrs. Goodchild. Having devoted many years to tutoring children in mathematics, English and the sciences, he is now leveraging his teaching experience and master’s education in a new domain: composing children’s books that are as entertaining as they are educational. He aims to pass on his wisdom and empower the next generation to embrace their own dreams and social responsibilities.
Jason currently resides in East London with his beautiful wife and two wonderful children, and he hopes your family will enjoy his books as much as his own has. For more updates on his upcoming releases and to read about the other characters in the series, visit www.blazingbooks.co.uk.
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