From Barnes & Noble Books - "Sophie's Castle: A Poem About Friendship and Faith in Tomorrow" by Heather F. Levine, Illustrated by J.K. Drummond

Sophie's Castle: A Poem About Friendship and Faith in Tomorrow by Heather F. Levine, Illustrated by J.K. Drummond

New York, NY (PRWEB) June 4, 2005 -- Sophies Castle (Barnes & Noble Books) is a charming poem about friendship and faith in tomorrow. One day at the beach, Sophie builds a fabulous sand castle, complete with lofty towers surrounded by a moat. But when the ocean tides wash closer and closer, Sophie is suddenly faced with the prospect of losing her castle. With help from a new playmate, Sophie finds the courage to start over again.

About the Author
Heather F. Levine was born and lives in New York City. Growing up in Manhattan and Westchester, Heather has always loved to read, and took that love with her to SUNY College at Buffalo where she obtained a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education, graduating cum laude as a member of the Kappa Delta Pi International Honor Society in Education. She also holds a Master of Science in Education from CUNY Hunter College, where she graduated summa cum laude. Heathers professional background as a pre-school and elementary school teacher have earned her high praise as an educator and friend to the children whose lives she has touched for over a decade. Heathers hobbies include walking Sophie the dog, watching movies with her husband Mark, exploring nature, taking vacations by the seashore and spending a whole day with a good book.

About the Illustrator
J.K. Drummond is a native of New Mexico who has been influenced by many excellent local artists, the foremost being her father and teacher, David Drummond. Her most recent honors include awards from the 2003 New Mexico Arts & Crafts Fair, including the prestigious First Ladys Choice Award.

To request a review copy, book an appearance or schedule an interview with Heather F. Levine, please contact Debra Williams at 212-247-3692.

Sophie's Castle
Written by Heather F. Levine
Illustrated by J.K. Drummond
Barnes & Noble Books, New York
$9.99 Hardcover
June 2005
ISBN: 0-7607-6692-4

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