Mother explains interracial adoption with book

The Abington Journal
February 4, 2009

Tribute Books announces the release of “Red in the Flower Bed” by Andrea Nepa. The picture book explains the interracial adoption process for young readers. Nepa is an adoptive mother. She adopted her daughter, Leah, from Vietnam in 2001.

Above, author Andrea Nepa and daughter Leah.

The book tells the journey of adoption depicted with the comforting imagery of a poppy flower who is welcomed into a garden family. It is a charming story of “seeds” being planted in the perfect place - exactly where they belong. The book’s loving approach helps children to understand adoption.

The book has already received a lot of positive attention.

“What a charming story of ‘seeds’ being planted in the perfect place, exactly where they belong,” said LeAnn Thieman, co-author of “Chicken Soup for the Adopted Soul.”To order “Red in the Flower Bed” or for more information visit http://www.tribute-books.com/minicart/products.html

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Saturday, January 24, 2009
12 noon-4 p.m.
Paul's Kids
2nd Annual Tet Celebration
Washington Fire Company
36 West Elm Street
Conshohocken, PA 19428
brenda@paulskids.org

It's that time of year again - Tet! And we hope you'll come join Paul's Kids for our 2nd Annual Tet celebration, in honor of the Vietnamese New Year.

There will be an authentic Vietnamese lunch, a silent auction, a 50/50 raffle, and lots of great Paul's Kids items for sale - including copies of Red in the Flower Bed.

So, save the date - Saturday, Jan. 24, 2008 - and email brenda@paulskids.org for an invitation!

Red in the Flower Bed

Red in the Flower Bed
An Illustrated Children's Story
About Interracial Adoption
by ANDREA NEPA

Children's fiction by an author who is an adoptive parent.

Finding Your Place in the World

The journey of adoption is beautifully depicted with the comforting imagery of a poppy flower who is welcomed into a garden family. It is a charming story of "seeds" being planted in the perfect place - exactly where they belong. Children and adults will enjoy this simple yet meaningful story and homespun illustrations. The book's loving approach helps children to understand adoption. Andrea Nepa has captured the essence of adoption and family, and has illustrated it beautifully with images and poetry that even a small child can comprehend and enjoy.

“What a charming story of ‘seeds’ being planted in the perfect place, exactly where they belong.”- LeAnn Thieman, co-author of Chicken Soup for the Adopted Soul

"An adoption journey is beautifully depicted with comforting imagery of a poppy flower that is welcomed in a garden family. Children and adults will enjoy the simple yet meaningful story and homespun illustrations." - Stacy Dori, regional director of foster care & adoption services, Friendship House, Scranton, Pennsylvania

“A charming and loving approach to help all children understand adoption. Andrea Nepa has captured the essence of adoption and family, and has illustrated it beautifully with images and poetry that even a small child can comprehend and enjoy. I highly recommend this book for children to share with their parents.” - Steven G. Dubin, Esquire, Adoption Attorney, myownchild.com

“I read this book and really liked it. We personally have eight adopted children and will help about 175 families to adopt children this year.” - Vicki Dalia, safehomesforchildren.org & director of A Birthmother's Choice

CLICK to read sample pages.

$12.95
ISBN:9780981461991
8.5" x 11", paperback
28 pp
2008


Have a question or a comment for me?
Email me at andreanepa@tribute-books.com


A portion of the book's proceeds benefits Paul's Kids.

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