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Odette’s Alphabet

Sandrine Marlier

Odette’s Alphabet is an illustrated children's fiction book about an ant, Odette, who questions her place in the colony, where all she does is work. Over-stressed, she decides one day to leave the anthill to experience the freedom of creating her own world. The book is a mindful story that offers a map to handle big emotions, with kindness, unity and courage.

  Children Fiction   3,300 words   100% complete   Published by Brandylane Publishers, Inc.
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Synopsis

Odette is an ant who questions her place in the colony, where all she does is work. Over-stressed, one day, she decides to leave the anthill to experience the freedom of creating her own world. When Odette meets Marcus, a mouse lost in a field of flowers, she decides to help him find his way home. Together, they walk a path unknown, imagine their way home, give joy and receive love. They discover simple ways to feel better. Inspired by her journey and this wonderful friendship, and determined to live with her beloved colony, Odette finds her way back home with a new sense of being and community.   

Odette’s Alphabet is a children's fiction and illustrated book with a mindful story that will take parents and children to the place within the heart where we sometimes fall short on words and explanations.

The book offers a map to handle big emotions, with kindness, unity and courage. Fun and easy activities support each of the chapters accompanied by letters to encourage further exploration and deepen children’s practice for more conscious state of the mind and body. These would be found in a beautiful deck of cards, to go along with the book.

Sales arguments

  • The social and global tension we are all experiencing is creating more stress and confusion than ever. Our little ones need our guidance.
  • A foreword from world-renowned meditation teacher: Davidji.
  • Sandrine's Instagram community comes from many backgrounds, such as the fashion world the author comes from, artists and creatives, corporates... and they all come together to learn, to grow, to soften and empower themselves and those around them.
  • Sandrine offers Sunday Morning Live meditations to give support and connect us when we need to be reminded that we are not alone.

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  • "I am human: a book of empathy" by Susan Verde, Abrams publication 2018. I Am Human, like Odette, invites us to step into a world of wonder and become familiar with mindful concepts in practical situations, such as kindness, compassion and making choices. Odette blends those elements into a traditional story with two protagonists who need to solve a problem.
  • "Not Quite Narwhal" by Jessie Sima, Simon & Schuster 2017. This is a gorgeous and fantastic story that moves us into a deep desire to connect and unify our world, while honoring our differences, much like Odette intends to do, but to the difference of portraying a more realistic world where we have a direct relationship.
  • “Zen Pig” séries by Mark Brown, Puppy Dogs & Ice Cream publishing, 2015. These books teach values such as compassion, gratitude and mindfulness in ways that are easy for children to understand, and that Odette embraces as well, while weaving the lessons in subtle ways into the story, so the focus is rather on Odette and Marcus’s adventure.

Audience

Odette is not only for children and their parents, it is the perfect story book in school settings, kids yoga studios, yoga teachers, and anyone interested in raising their awareness of this dis-ease on a collective level. To feel whole, all the parts of us need to be integrated. This is what Odette shows through her journey. She embraces who she is and so does Marcus. Adults and children will enjoy a renewed sense of connection to themselves and each other, further reinforcing the sense of belonging we all need to nourish and develop.

Advance praise

"Resting deep inside each one of us is a peaceful, calm, and happy place. We feel it when we give a hug, when we spend time in nature, when we play with our friends, when we laugh, & when we lay in bed at night before we fall asleep. But, every morning when we wake up, we never know what the next moment will bring – a celebration or a challenge, an excitement or a fear, a disappointment or a happiness.

We can’t control the world around us – but we always have the ability to bring our self back to that safe place inside of us… the place of the present moment… of calm… and of joy. Using the alphabet, the magical ant Odette & her new pal Marcus take us on a beautiful
journey of discovery where we can find our way back home to peace, happiness, and the sweet, safe, special space that rests inside – through spending time in nature, meeting new friends, celebrating our differences, listening to our heart, thinking good thoughts, and connecting to our breath.

It is a magnificent journey of discovery & in the process we’ll learn to meditate and live our lives from the inside out! Have fun!!!"
–davidji, author of Secrets of Meditation

"Odette's Alphabet is a playful introduction to mindfulness that can be helpful to children and adults alike. My analytical son who is not easily impressed gave it the highest praise when he said, 'This book is awesome. I wish I had this book when I was a kid."
-John Paul Abner, Ph.D., Parent Child Interaction Therapy International Master Trainer, Professor of Psychology, Milligan University; John-Phillip Abner, film student, Syracuse University.

"When it comes to children's books there are loads of options, millions to choose from but Sandrine's mindfulness, kindness, and tools we can use throughout our life are a gift to children. Imagine if we all had the awareness that we do now, the tools to help manage our emotions, mind, and stress. Its woven in such a clever way throughout Odette's Alphabet for children to comprehend and parents to share with their little ones. We can all learn from Odette's Alphabet no matter our age... the messages have no limit. The world would be a calmer place if we all practiced them a little more often. Sandrine we look forward to a future series, children need more of this!!!"
- Sara Wright, business strategist and connector

“I love Odette’s Alphabet and think it is the perfect activity for me and my boys to share together each day. We all feel stressed (adults and children) and this is a fun way to help find our peace and presence to start our day. I picture doing this as a monthly activity - each letter being a new way to start our day together. Sweet, simple and easy for any age to understand. A great reminder to stop and be present. Well done!”
-Amanda Judge, mother of two, owner and designer of UntamedPetals

"This book is wonderful and filled with love and light. The world needs this."
-Valerie Oula, vibrational energy director at The Well

Sandrine Marlier

About the author

Sandrine woke up one day in her New York apartment feeling out of sorts. She realized that no matter how many trips around the world her modeling career would take her on, it was only a journey within that would bring her peace; peace - something that sounded boring, she first told her therapist when he suggested she meditates to help reduce her anxiety!

Odette was about to be born.
She trained with world-renowned meditation teacher Davidji. When her training was complete she drew an ant and a sound: A, the beginning of all beginnings.

She shares free and live meditations on Instagram @sandrinemarlier. Healing and empowerment is accessible to all - this is how we transform the world. Let’s begin from the ground up, with our children!

Sandrine lives with her daughter in Sunnyside, Queens. Together they love to play with words and create new worlds. She’s infinitely grateful to have found her hOMe and wishes every grownups and little ones the same.

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  • Teresa Moore
    on July 28, 2020, 6:36 p.m.

    Very excited to read and share your book. Congratulations 🎈

  • Erin Pasquet
    on July 28, 2020, 8:18 p.m.

    So proud of you, Sandrine! Can not wait to experience Odette ❤️

  • catherine MARLIER RIQUIER
    on July 29, 2020, 9:50 a.m.

    Quel beau parcours que ce voyage avec" Odette", Bravo pour ce projet qui a abouti, lui aussi, pour notre plaisir à tous. Quel talent!Quel force de vie...
    Catherine, "une fan club"

  • Jennifer Ross
    on July 29, 2020, 3:24 p.m.

    We are SOOO proud of you Sandrine!! We can’t wait to read the book to our kids and share this message with friends! Love you xo

  • Jesse Krieger
    on Aug. 1, 2020, 9:12 p.m.

    Very excited for this inspiring and uplifting book, I can feel the love and intention you’ve put into it and this campaign!

  • Melanie Ryan
    on Aug. 3, 2020, 4:37 p.m.

    Sandrine looks at life with such compassion, love and mindfulness. I cannot wait to read and share this book with our children ✨🌸 I’m sure it will be one of our favorites!

  • Meredith Carty
    on Aug. 3, 2020, 7:39 p.m.

    So excited to have your beautiful book on our shelf! You are MAGIC ✨ xo

  • Pazit Hardin
    on Aug. 4, 2020, 4:10 a.m.

    I am so excited for you sunshine ☀️
    I wish you All the best luck in the world❣️

  • Julia Guirado
    on Aug. 4, 2020, 11:50 a.m.

    I can't wait to meet Odette and Marcus 🌸Congratulations on taking this journey and sharing the importance of mindfulness into new generations! ¡Un abrazo muy grande Sandrine!

  • Caroline Bockler
    on Aug. 6, 2020, 8:16 a.m.

    Sandrine je croise les doigts pour que ta campagne de récolte de fonds permette la publication de ce livre qu'il me tarde de découvrir ! Bravo à toi ! Je placerai le livre dans ma salle de classe afin que les élèves le decouvrent 😉 Bisous de ta vieille copine de fac 😆

  • Danielle Nogueira
    on Aug. 6, 2020, 7:03 p.m.

    You are A-MA-ZING! You are magic! You’re AWESOME ! So proud of you my friend!
    Thank you for gifting us with your brightness and knowledge 🥰
    Xx
    Dani

  • Samantha Tannehill
    on Aug. 7, 2020, 1:17 p.m.

    Love you and this message! I can’t wait to see it in print and to share it with everyone. Xx
    Sam

  • Angelica Guvernez
    on Aug. 8, 2020, 11:43 p.m.

    I’m so happy to see you reach your dreams and goals. I always believed in you, and you always had my support. I know we have busy lives but my connection to you has from the heart from the very beginning and it always will be.

    Wishing all the success in this world and beyond!

    Angelica
    💫🤍💫

  • Jackie Johnson
    on Aug. 12, 2020, 1:29 a.m.

    So excited for you and I can’t wait to read this and share it with my baby!

  • Sandy Sceppaguercio
    on Aug. 13, 2020, 6:17 p.m.

    Everyone here at NEW YORK MODELS couldn't be more proud of you! xoxo Sandy

  • kimberly Snyder
    on Aug. 20, 2020, 4:29 p.m.

    Odette makes my heart SING a joyful song!
    I am beyond excited to see your book publish, to own my own copy, but more importantly, I wish to GIFT copies to libraries, daycares, classrooms, and to new babies – our children of the future! Congratulations, Sandrine, may Odette's Alphabet come into being VERY, VERY SOON!

    Love and deepest admiration,
    kim Snyder Sterrs
    Meditation, Reiki Master, Tapping Teacher, Contemplative End-of-Life & Grief Support @
    Heart Centered Connection, LLC
    Northport, Maine

  • Sandra Dahl
    on Aug. 21, 2020, 4:06 a.m.

    I adore you and your contagious positivity and optimism. You are a ray of sunshine and help me to stay positive. Thank you from the bottom of my ❤.
    With best hopes for you,
    Sandy

  • ALISON RANSOM
    on Aug. 27, 2020, 10:39 p.m.

    Sending so much love and joy to you. This is magical and wonderful - what an acheivement !

  • Fleure Presner
    on Aug. 30, 2020, 4:42 p.m.

    This is going to be a great read with my daughter and her class this fall! ~ Fleure

  • Sara Brown Rubinstein
    on Aug. 31, 2020, 4:30 p.m.

    Congrats Sandrine on this amazing endeavor. We can't wait to read this story to Isabella!!

    Love,
    The Rubinsteins

  • cayleen villares
    on Sept. 1, 2020, 11:22 a.m.

    Congratulations on the book!! I can't wait to read it to my boys! :) Cayleen

  • Christophe Dubuisson
    on Sept. 10, 2020, 3:42 p.m.

    J'espère que tout se passe bien pour toi.
    Je vois que tu n'es pas en manque d'idées c'est génial.
    Tu es rayonnante en tout cas sur les photos et vidéos.
    Les livres seront pour mes petites nièces ou neveux :-)
    A bientôt.
    Chris

  • Clouard Elinda
    on Sept. 11, 2020, 5:57 a.m.

    Je te souhaite beaucoup de succès dans cette nouvelle aventure.

    Bisous ma belle.

    Elinda.

  • Maureen Burke
    on Sept. 11, 2020, 5:55 p.m.

    Congratulations Sandrine. Can’t wait to get the book. I have the perfect little 2year old, Jack, to gift this to! Miss you tons! XoMo

  • Amelie Honore
    on Sept. 11, 2020, 6:17 p.m.

    Go ma belle !!!!! Merci à toi 😘 j ai hâte de te lire 💕💕💕

  • Jonathan Blackham
    on Sept. 11, 2020, 8:07 p.m.

    Better late than never! Can not wait to read it with Ophelia! BAM!!! Xxx

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