This excerpt is from my children’s book, Asmara’s Exciting Journey, which follows the vibrant imagination of six-year-old Asmara (pronounced Az-mar-a) as she embarks on her first trip to the local park. The idea for this story began during a conversation with a friend, who suggested I write about her children, Asmara and Judah.
The setting draws inspiration from my own childhood park; a place where my imagination roamed free and every visit sparked new stories and adventures. Through this book, my hope is to encourage children to stay curious, embrace their creativity, and craft their own adventures.
I developed this book with the help of Mariia Luzina, who created all of the art based on my ideas, story, and design preferences. I self published the book in late 2021 via Kindle Direct Publishing. For more information, please visit https://a.co/d/aodVTbG.