Hiya everyone, my first children’s book was recently published with Shanway Press in Belfast! It is called Ballygally Polar Bear: A New Arrival Lands on Our Shores. This book is perfect for children aged 6-10 and follows the adventures of a polar bear who accidentally arrives in Ballygally and has to navigate a completely new world to him.
As the author-illustrator, the story reflects my own experience as an American who moved to Northern Ireland (married a Belfast lad so I did). The friendliness of the locals, the lively craic, and many orders from the chippy turned an unfamiliar place into a home for me. I aimed to capture that same sense of discovery and belonging in this book.
If you’re looking for a delightful new read for your kids or a thoughtful gift, please check it out at Shanway.com! Thank you!
by chrisouttawater
5 comments
Oh that’s awesome! Congratulations on getting published.
That looks lovely, I’m finding it hard to get outraged!
I’m 32, am I allowed to read it?
This is amazing 🥰 years ago when the giro d’italia came through and they sandblasted his face off I went down and painted it back on!
Awesome! I think my daughter would absolutely love this