Author Carroll S. Taylor
CARROLL
S. TAYLOR’S BOOK TWO, FEANNAG THE CROW, PUBLISHED
Poet,
playwright, author, and retired educator, Carroll S. Taylor’s new book, Feannag
the Crow, has been published by Catch the Spirit of Appalachia, Inc. This is the second book in a series preparing
children for the process of socialization.
Doreyl
Ammons Cain illustrated the delightful book.
A beautiful cover begs the readers to flip the pages, and savor the
breathtaking pictures. This awesome
first edition captures the attention of children. Artwork pops with exciting colors in each
scene.
Cain is
an award-winning illustrator and native of Western North Carolina. She received a Masters of Art at California
State University. Cain won the Art in
the Park Award and has exhibited at the Smithsonian. A passion for nature and knowledge of
Appalachian culture are reflected in her artwork. You may view her paintings at muraltrail.com.
Feannag
the Crow is a powerful story. Come
with these adorable birds as they search for food in the forest and on the
ground. Feannag, his brother Mica, and
sister Acorn open the narrative ready for adventure. Their quest leads to the farmer’s
garden. They greet animal friends along
the way, and meet the farmer’s daughter, Lizzie.
She
scatters peanut shells for the birds and squirrels. Feannag and his siblings munch the
offering. He says, “I would like to eat
all of the peanuts, but we should share the rest.”
The
crows stuff shells in their beaks, and fly homeward. Kind-hearted Feannag drops a peanut beneath a
chinaberry tree for his friend, Rouge.
When the birds arrive home, the parents are pleased their children
shared. They suggest giving Lizzie a
gift to show their appreciation. What does he give Lizzie? Read the book to find out!!!
The
social skills gained in this story reflect sharing and learning to say thank
you. This picture book would contribute
to the Early Childhood curriculum in schools.
It also would make a wonderful addition to children’s literature in
libraries.
Author
Carroll S. Taylor has penned a phenomenal book.
A graduate of Tift College, Taylor taught school over forty years. Her favorite pastimes are nature and writing. She’s the author of two young adult novels
and two children’s books.
Taylor
is a member of North Carolina Writers’ Network, Georgia Writers, and the
Georgia Poetry Society. She and her
husband live in Hiawassee, Georgia.
Finally,
stay tuned for announcements of Taylor’s upcoming book signings and literary
readings. Feannag the Crow will
make a wonderful gift for children and even adults.
For information:
Contact Amy Ammons Garze, editor and publisher; Catch the Spirit of
Appalachia, Inc.; 1007 Milford Church Road; Taylors, SC 29687; Phone: (828) 226-0640.
Book reviewed by:
Brenda Kay Ledford, MA Early Childhood Education
Author of:
Patchwork Memories; Blanche; Leatherwood Falls; Beckoning; Red Plank
House; The Persistent Trillium; Christmas in the Matheson Cove; The Singing
Convention; Sacred Fire; Crepe Roses; Reagan’s Romps; Shewbird Mountain;
and Simplicity, Prose and Poetry, co-authored with Blanche L. Ledford
