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Same Difference
by Nicola Sherry
Same Difference by Nicola Sherry, with illustrations by Juliana Oakley, is a beautifully crafted children’s book that celebrates the rich diversity of our planet. This engaging story invites young readers to explore the wonderful variations in the world around them, from the environments we inhabit to the unique characteristics of individuals and cultures.
Through vibrant illustrations and accessible text, Sherry and Oakley guide children on a journey of discovery, highlighting how even seemingly similar things can be wonderfully different. The book aims to teach children the value of acceptance and appreciation for diversity, encouraging them to see beauty in the world’s myriad forms and colors.
Same Difference is more than just a story; it’s an educational tool that opens up conversations about diversity, equality, and the importance of harmony and acceptance in our global community. This book is perfect for parents and educators who want to instill a sense of global citizenship and respect for all people and cultures from a young age.
With its positive message and captivating artwork, Same Difference is sure to delight and educate children, fostering a deeper understanding of and appreciation for the diverse world they are a part of. This book is an excellent addition to any young reader’s library, offering a fun and thoughtful way to learn about embracing and celebrating the differences that make our world a rich tapestry.
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Like many authors, I have always had a flair for writing. My journey coincided with my love of reading. As we all know, the two go hand in hand. My imagination has been captured so many times by the incredible work of talented writers. I had the privilege of being taken to wonderful places and meeting lots of fascinating people through literature. I am sure you would agree it is a skill and a work of art to be able to get the attention of the reader to keep them interested. I wanted to try and do the same, so I started to note ideas I wanted to develop around forty years ago. However, I found the demands of my academic commitments at university and being a wife and mother consumed all of my time. The treadmill of life, well and truly took over when I started working full time, and sadly my time writing dwindled away.
The things I wrote about many years ago were nonsensical doodles. I remember discussing some of them with my grandmother when I was around nineteen. Apart from her being surprised at some of the things I wrote about, I made a pledge to her that one day I would write a book. I expected her to not take me seriously, but in fact, she believed I would. I have never forgotten that conversation. I wasn't sure if I would ever return to developing the stories I wrote about back then, but what I did know is that I would one day fulfil my dream and someday become a published author.
Spending beautiful moments with our granddaughter and reducing my working hours has been the kickstart I needed to return to creative writing. I would often give her a choice of whether she wanted me to read her a story from a book or if she wanted me to tell her one without. She would often choose one without. This is when fantasies would just flow from my mind, and this is when I realised my words could capture the imagination of a child the same way mine had been when I used to read so much. I started doodling again and found that I wanted to avoid writing pure fiction. (Although, I know some of the most magnificent books are just that, and I have great respect for authors who showcase their talent in this way). I wanted to base my ideas on fact and fiction. By combining the two, I set out to create make-belief worlds where facts are built into the themes so that the reader not only enjoys the plot but learns from it as well. Mixing facts and fiction is, therefore, where my genre sits.
