Barrington, RI Author-Illustrator Duo Release a New Heartfelt Modern Folktale for the Ages

BARRINGTON, R.I. - Feb. 9, 2023 - PRLog -- In their new book A Patch of Shimmering Light: Lila's Journey, writer Alice Cross and illustrator Mary Hood Davis have combined to weave together a traditional fairy tale that celebrates the bond between mother and daughter.

In the story, Lila's mother has been swept away by the Wild Snows. Since there is no one to help her, Lila must find her on her own and bring her home. During her lonely trek in the wintry cold, she makes three surprising friends, each of whom has an unusual talent or two—just what Lila needs to rescue her mother, the beautiful Aurora.

The book is lavishly illustrated with over 20 full-color original illustrations, includes original enchanting characters, and offers several timeless themes that both parents and grandparents can share with children of all ages. The book is ideal for children's book groups or classroom reading and discussion.

Alice Cross has always been a fan of fairy tales, with their helpful animals and motherly trees. Alice is a retired high school English teacher and film studies instructor at Roger Williams University. She has written reviews and interviewed directors for the film quarterly Cineaste and has published personal essays, a gardening blog, and articles about teaching.

Mary Hood Davis loves reading and painting. In her professional life, Mary illustrated and designed greeting cards, giftware items, coloring books, and children's books as well as corporate brochures and various non-profit promotional materials.

Alice and Mary both live in Barrington, Rhode Island. This is their first collaboration.

A Patch of Shimmering Light: Lila's Journey  is available for purchase through select bookstores and gift shops, major online retailers, and through the publisher at http://www.StillwaterBooksRI.com. Additional information is also available on the author's website at http://www.AliceMaryBooks.com.

A Patch of Shimmering Light: Lila's Journey

Written by Alice Cross
Illustrated by Mary Hood Davis
Paperback: $17.00
ISBN: 978-1-958217-79-5
Pages: 44