I am deeply touched by the beautiful review of my new book, Boris and Stella and the Perfect Gift, by Marc Pollick, president and founder of The Giving Back Fund. He found the perfect words to convey a message in my story that is most meaningful to me. Thank you Marc!
"Every once in awhile a book comes along that reaches out and touches your soul. In Boris and Stella and the Perfect Gift, author and illustrator Dara Goldman offers a gift to children everywhere replete with a timeless message of gratitude and generosity. How appropriate for the holiday season! The brightly colored pictures are so endearing and evocative that the artwork literally competes for your attention with the very moving storyline. And yet they are woven together masterfully and delightfully. You almost can't wait to turn the page to be able to enjoy the next set of pictures.
At the heart of the story is the selflessness displayed by boyfriend and girlfriend bears Boris and Stella. It called to mind a phrase from a book I once read as a young teenager. "Life's greatest possessions, are those which when shared, multiply; those which when divided are not diminished." I think if children can learn that concept--if all humans could learn and manifest that concept, our world would be ever so much more peaceful and harmonious. This beautifully illustrated book, eloquently exemplifies that concept. Thank you Ms. Goldman for contributing to the increase of kindness and giving in the world!"
At the heart of the story is the selflessness displayed by boyfriend and girlfriend bears Boris and Stella. It called to mind a phrase from a book I once read as a young teenager. "Life's greatest possessions, are those which when shared, multiply; those which when divided are not diminished." I think if children can learn that concept--if all humans could learn and manifest that concept, our world would be ever so much more peaceful and harmonious. This beautifully illustrated book, eloquently exemplifies that concept. Thank you Ms. Goldman for contributing to the increase of kindness and giving in the world!"
- Marc Pollick, President and Founder, The Giving Back Fund
Wow, Dara... it looks (and sounds) beautiful! Congratulations on the wealth of positive feedback, and I for one, will check it out!
ReplyDeleteHi Lucas!
DeleteThanks for writing! It took a long time to get it published so I am so thrilled by the reception it is getting. I hope you will be able to stop by one of my upcoming book signings. It would be great to see you!