Armistice Day report . The Author, Audrey Wilson alias Nanna Strawberry has stocked up
with supplies of water colour paper, paints and pencils to take on the challenge of trying her
hand at illustrations for Book 4. The process began yesterday at the kitchen table of my dear
friend Barbara in Amlwch after our few days holiday in Southport. (during which I sold several
copies of Books 1 to 3, and left samples with THE CHAMPION newspaper who may include
an article about them in coming weeks). I assembled the characters with pencil and water colour
pencils, but the resultant colours did not have the vivid clarity of colour which we are accustomed to
from Vladislava Vatashka in her illustrations, so I went over them again with various water colours
bought at the street market in Skipton)..I am pleasantly surprised by the result, especially on the
poster which I had photocopied today, with the f ront cover of each of the first four books.
I am looking forward to meeting Wayne tomorrow afternoon. He is a graphic designer who may
be able to help complete pdf for Book 4 on date required, and hopefully the remaining 8 stories
in 2018. I do hope so because I have booked table space for available books at Court Hey Methodist Church Christmas Fayre on Saturday 18th November and Table Sale 25th November.(possibility?).
Also on this Armistice Day, I send Birthday Greetings to my dear cousin, Andrew, on his
70th birthday today and look forward to his family celebrations which are being held tomorrow.
We will both be remembering our Mums too, who shared their birthday date, 12 November. .Audrey
11 Nov 2017
5 Nov 2017
Book 4 NANNA STRAWBERRY SHARES CHRISTMAS WITH AN ANGEL
Changes ahead. I regret to announce that Vladislava Vatashka has given notice that she cannot
complete the pdf for Book 4 by the required date, at the latest 20th November for availability of
the printed book by 28th November. She suggested submission of pdf at a later date,
for availability from 6th December. Sadly this is too late for pre-arranged seasonal promotions
and book signing. So other arrangments have to be made with utmost urgency. My friends
and relatives suggest that I do illustrations for Book 4 to keep it on track, drawing on their
experience of my reasonable artistic abilities. They will differ from Vladi's excellent creations
but I will give it a go, so that 'NANNA STRAWBERRY SHARES CHRISTMAS WITH AN
ANGEL' is published as planned. I would welcome expert input with the graphics and pdf..
Please email nannastrawberrystories@gmail.com or telelphone 07538623739.to discuss.
In the meantime, I thank Vladislava for her excellent creative input into Books 1,2 and 3.
Audrey Wilson
Nanna Strawberry
complete the pdf for Book 4 by the required date, at the latest 20th November for availability of
the printed book by 28th November. She suggested submission of pdf at a later date,
for availability from 6th December. Sadly this is too late for pre-arranged seasonal promotions
and book signing. So other arrangments have to be made with utmost urgency. My friends
and relatives suggest that I do illustrations for Book 4 to keep it on track, drawing on their
experience of my reasonable artistic abilities. They will differ from Vladi's excellent creations
but I will give it a go, so that 'NANNA STRAWBERRY SHARES CHRISTMAS WITH AN
ANGEL' is published as planned. I would welcome expert input with the graphics and pdf..
Please email nannastrawberrystories@gmail.com or telelphone 07538623739.to discuss.
In the meantime, I thank Vladislava for her excellent creative input into Books 1,2 and 3.
Audrey Wilson
Nanna Strawberry
2 Nov 2017
Celebrating Book 3
2ND NOVEMBER The CHALLENGE community newspaper is very interested in Caitlin's
contribution to the illustrations for Book 3 'Nanna Strawberry Goes Horse Riding' and intends
to make contact with Lord Derby Academy to write a story about Caitlin's achievements and the
successful launch of the Nanna Strawberry Series of twelve short stories by Audrey Wilson.
Caitlin has passed on several orders for the book and had an exciting day today when teachers
and fellow students showed such great interest in her illustrations. Deservedly so.
Well done Caitlin.
Vladi's front cover design reflects the usual high standard we now associate with her talents.
Between them they have helped the Author publish a charming and appealing children's book
about her special birthday.by creating illustrations which have made fun from facts. Thank you.
contribution to the illustrations for Book 3 'Nanna Strawberry Goes Horse Riding' and intends
to make contact with Lord Derby Academy to write a story about Caitlin's achievements and the
successful launch of the Nanna Strawberry Series of twelve short stories by Audrey Wilson.
Caitlin has passed on several orders for the book and had an exciting day today when teachers
and fellow students showed such great interest in her illustrations. Deservedly so.
Well done Caitlin.
Vladi's front cover design reflects the usual high standard we now associate with her talents.
Between them they have helped the Author publish a charming and appealing children's book
about her special birthday.by creating illustrations which have made fun from facts. Thank you.
31 Oct 2017
31st October Book 3 Nanna Strawberry Goes Horse Riding published today.
Book 3 is published today 'Nanna Strawberry Goes Horse Riding..and has a happy birthday..
'What are you doing to celebrate your birthday Nanna?' Nanna decides on a horse mounted
photo with her family. After 'No Way' as the first response, Grandson William says 'Count me
in Nan' and soon his cousins and Aunt Sue, and his sister, decide to take part too. So ten
horses are booked for the second Sunday in October, with two spare horses for umounted
family members to stand by for the group photo. Owner Janet suggests a ten minute walking
ride before the photograph. Two year old Sophie takes part in her usual appealing style.
'Happy Birthday Nanna Strawberry'.. 15 year old Caitlin Westall provides 7 riding school
illustrations including the mounted cavalcade. Well done Caitlin. Vladi completes the design.
Book 4 is well underway towards completion, to be published by 28 November 2017.
'Nanna Strawberry Shares Christmas with an Angel'
This seasonal story describes Nanna Strawberry's journey across snow covered Cumbrian fells,
through Main Street, to her son's home. She shares a delicious traditional English breakfast
with his family and gifts are distributed from the sparkling Christmas Tree. Then farewell in
ths snow before Nanna drives the 80 miles south via M6 motorway to her daughter's home
in Cheshire to share Christmas Dinner with her family. Sister Sue and her family also invited.
Fairy Sophie greets Nanna with 'Everybody, Nanna Strawberry is here' while she leads her to
her place at the table with the other guests. It has been a wonderful day, shared with her
entire family and angelic fairy Sophie, who indeed looks like an angel when sleepily saying
'Goodnight, Nanna Strawberry'. Illustrations still to be completed. Published by 28 Novembe
'What are you doing to celebrate your birthday Nanna?' Nanna decides on a horse mounted
photo with her family. After 'No Way' as the first response, Grandson William says 'Count me
in Nan' and soon his cousins and Aunt Sue, and his sister, decide to take part too. So ten
horses are booked for the second Sunday in October, with two spare horses for umounted
family members to stand by for the group photo. Owner Janet suggests a ten minute walking
ride before the photograph. Two year old Sophie takes part in her usual appealing style.
'Happy Birthday Nanna Strawberry'.. 15 year old Caitlin Westall provides 7 riding school
illustrations including the mounted cavalcade. Well done Caitlin. Vladi completes the design.
Book 4 is well underway towards completion, to be published by 28 November 2017.
'Nanna Strawberry Shares Christmas with an Angel'
This seasonal story describes Nanna Strawberry's journey across snow covered Cumbrian fells,
through Main Street, to her son's home. She shares a delicious traditional English breakfast
with his family and gifts are distributed from the sparkling Christmas Tree. Then farewell in
ths snow before Nanna drives the 80 miles south via M6 motorway to her daughter's home
in Cheshire to share Christmas Dinner with her family. Sister Sue and her family also invited.
Fairy Sophie greets Nanna with 'Everybody, Nanna Strawberry is here' while she leads her to
her place at the table with the other guests. It has been a wonderful day, shared with her
entire family and angelic fairy Sophie, who indeed looks like an angel when sleepily saying
'Goodnight, Nanna Strawberry'. Illustrations still to be completed. Published by 28 Novembe
19 Oct 2017
Nanna Strawberry Goes Horse Riding...and has a happy birthday
The third book in the Nanna Strawberry Stories is now deposited
with PRINTfine for completion by the end of October.
It is a beautiful book with delightful artwork by Vladislava Vatashka
and 15 year old Caitlin Westall who did the riding school illustrations.
Caitlin is a student at The Lord Derby Academy in Huyton, Knowsley Borough.
Emma will be depositing it with Amazon.
The final story before Christmas will be
Nanna Strawberry spends Christmas with an Angel.
with PRINTfine for completion by the end of October.
It is a beautiful book with delightful artwork by Vladislava Vatashka
and 15 year old Caitlin Westall who did the riding school illustrations.
Caitlin is a student at The Lord Derby Academy in Huyton, Knowsley Borough.
Emma will be depositing it with Amazon.
The final story before Christmas will be
Nanna Strawberry spends Christmas with an Angel.
12 Oct 2017
Published today, Nanna Strawberry Makes a Badge..and has tea with Sophie
Broadhurst Books in Southport have today taken delivery of a quantity of the first two books in
the Nanna Strawberry series.
The Magical Naming of Nanna Strawberry... and a visit to the seaside
Nanna Strawberry Makes a Badge...and has tea with Sophie
Thanks to personal delivery by Lorraine, from PRINTfineso I could keep my appointment with Kate,
children's books editor at the fantastic Broadhurst Books 5-7 Market Street, off Lord Street, Southport.
An absolute treat for book lovers. I was delighted when Kate accepted a quantity of both
Nanna Strawberry Book 1 and Book 2 to give them a try. She reigns over Broadhurst's superb third
floor children's book room crowded with past and present editions gathered en masse on strong
timbered shelving and I am delighted that my first two children's books will nestle there with them
Hopefully not for long before being chosen by a lover of small colourful books, technically
aged 6-12 but ideally aged 3 - 80+ in families where children enjoy being read to and parents and grandparents enjoy doing the reading and adding their own memories to the tale...
For supplies, talks, book signing email nannastrawberrystories@gmail.com or mobile 07538623739
the Nanna Strawberry series.
The Magical Naming of Nanna Strawberry... and a visit to the seaside
Nanna Strawberry Makes a Badge...and has tea with Sophie
Thanks to personal delivery by Lorraine, from PRINTfineso I could keep my appointment with Kate,
children's books editor at the fantastic Broadhurst Books 5-7 Market Street, off Lord Street, Southport.
An absolute treat for book lovers. I was delighted when Kate accepted a quantity of both
Nanna Strawberry Book 1 and Book 2 to give them a try. She reigns over Broadhurst's superb third
floor children's book room crowded with past and present editions gathered en masse on strong
timbered shelving and I am delighted that my first two children's books will nestle there with them
Hopefully not for long before being chosen by a lover of small colourful books, technically
aged 6-12 but ideally aged 3 - 80+ in families where children enjoy being read to and parents and grandparents enjoy doing the reading and adding their own memories to the tale...
For supplies, talks, book signing email nannastrawberrystories@gmail.com or mobile 07538623739
7 Oct 2017
Birthday time
Nanna Strawberry had a lovely birthday yesterday. Sophie and Olivia
came for tea with Mummy and Daddy and Uncle Jonathan came too.
Earlier, she had a tasty lunch with her son and daughters and Chris.
My thanks to everyone who sent lovely cards and to Jon for bouquet.
Now looking forward to seeing Book 2 in print. Please order a copy
or let me know of any venues where I could have a sales table ot
arrange a talk with book signing. Thank you x
came for tea with Mummy and Daddy and Uncle Jonathan came too.
Earlier, she had a tasty lunch with her son and daughters and Chris.
My thanks to everyone who sent lovely cards and to Jon for bouquet.
Now looking forward to seeing Book 2 in print. Please order a copy
or let me know of any venues where I could have a sales table ot
arrange a talk with book signing. Thank you x
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