The Secret Life of Shadows
“Bethany Gale was not a particularly happy child. Well, not like she used to be…” That was until one particular night changed everything.
Written by award-winning author, Johnny DePalma, The Secret Life of Shadows, introduces readers to a hidden world of music, and dance - of shadows and starlight, all gathered together to ask the curious question: What exactly do our playful shadows do when we fall asleep at night?
Link included for a downloadable companion audiobook, read by Christina Ricci
- Price $19.99 USD
- For orders outside the U.S. click here
- ISBN: 978-1-7334055-2-2
Hardcover, 82 pages
Recommended for ages 5-8
Size: 10.5 x 8.75 x 0.55
Written by Johnny DePalma,
Illustrated by Bao Luu,
with Companion Audiobook as Read by Christina Ricci - What to Expect: SEL (Social-Emotional Learning),
Self-Expression, Music, Dance, Change, Healing.
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The Secret Life of Shadows
“Bethany Gale was not a particularly happy child. Well, not like she used to be…” That was until one particular night changed everything.
Written by award-winning author, Johnny DePalma, The Secret Life of Shadows, introduces readers to a hidden world of music, and dance - of shadows and starlight, all gathered together to ask the curious question: What exactly do our playful shadows do when we fall asleep at night?
Link included for a downloadable companion audiobook, read by Christina Ricci
Advance praise for The Secret Life of Shadows
“...a mesmerizing children’s book that is easily one of the best I’ve read this year.” — Readers Favorite
“The Secret Life of Shadows will jump off the page and into the hearts of its readers." — Independent Book Review
“Dreamy and whimsical…The Secret Life of Shadows is a delightful fairy tale sure to raise the spirits and stir the imagination.” — The Children’s Book Review
“Enchanting, [&] dreamlike. Effortless rhyme and vibrant colors meld into an expression of wonder and delight…” —Kirkus Review
"[a] hugely enjoyable picture book that will appeal to a wide range of readers—and, for many, become a treasured favorite.” — IndieReader
“EDITOR’S PICK - DePalma offers young readers a powerful tale.” — Booklife
Advance praise for The Secret Life of Shadows
“...a mesmerizing children’s book that is easily one of the best I’ve read this year.” — Readers Favorite
“The Secret Life of Shadows will jump off the page and into the hearts of its readers." — Independent Book Review
“Dreamy and whimsical…The Secret Life of Shadows is a delightful fairy tale sure to raise the spirits and stir the imagination.” — The Children’s Book Review
“Enchanting, [&] dreamlike. Effortless rhyme and vibrant colors meld into an expression of wonder and delight…” —Kirkus Review
"[a] hugely enjoyable picture book that will appeal to a wide range of readers—and, for many, become a treasured favorite.” — IndieReader
“EDITOR’S PICK - DePalma offers young readers a powerful tale.” — Booklife
- Price $19.99 USD
- For orders outside the U.S. click here
- What to Expect: SEL (Social-Emotional Learning), Self-Expression, Music, Dance, Change, Healing.
ISBN: 978-1-7334055-2-2
Hardcover, 82 pages
Recommended for ages 5-8
Written by Johnny DePalma,
Illustrated by Bao Luu,
with Companion Audiobook as Read by Christina Ricci