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Wyatt & the "WHY"

Susan Tarrant

Unconditional Love, Bullying, and Forever Friendships and Solving problems with the Power of WHY

This is the story of Wyatt, a boy born with a question mark birthmark on his face. It explores themes of unconditional love, bullying, and problem-solving through the power of "why." The narrative unfolds in the village of Springdale during the 16th century, highlighting Wyatt's journey and the relationships he forms.

  Children Fiction   3,500 words   75% complete   2 publishers interested
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This is the story of Wyatt, a boy born with a question mark birthmark on his face, set in the village of Springdale during the 16th century. It explores themes of unconditional love, bullying, and the importance of understanding the "Power of WHY."

  • Wyatt's Birth: Wyatt was born to the Newton family, who were excited but concerned about his birthmark, which resembles a question mark. They decide to embrace it as a blessing rather than a curse.

  • Childhood and Bullying: As Wyatt grows, he faces bullying from other children, particularly from a boy named Reginald. Despite his parents' love and support, he struggles with teasing and exclusion.

  • Supportive Friends: Wyatt finds solace in friendships, especially with Michael, who is also bullied. They bond over their experiences and support each other. 5

  • Life Lessons from Father: Wyatt learns essential life lessons from his father, who teaches him the values of truth, kindness, hard work, and the significance of asking "why" to solve problems.

  • Alice's Friendship: Alice, a kind neighbor, stands by Wyatt despite the bullying he faces. She encourages him to ignore the bullies and helps him see his worth.

  • The King's Dilemma: King Andrew is frustrated with the villagers' reluctance to improve their town. His son, Prince James, seeks help from Wyatt and Alice to motivate the villagers.

  • The Power of "WHY": Wyatt suggests that the King explain the reasons behind the needed improvements in the village, emphasizing that understanding the "why" can inspire action.

  • Celebration and Recognition: The village transforms as the townspeople respond positively to the King's explanations. A fountain is built to commemorate Wyatt's contributions, symbolizing love and friendship.


 

Sales arguments

  • The challenges of confronting bullying begs for solutions
  • The story with its poems is an entertaining way to communicate important values
  • The book can be read by parents to their young children or be read by the older ones.

Similar titles

  • There are many "WHY" books but none for children that offer the way to solve problems

Audience

The target audience is the child that begins to understand there is a right and a wrong in decision making. Probably 4-12.

Advance praise

Steven Adler and Susan Tarrant have published award-winning books and helped 10 authors publish 18 books. Their authors have praised them highly.  Wow! What a Trip! won the Florida Authors and Publishers' Presidents' award for content and design. Their illustrator and graphic designer have also won prestigious awards. Reviews of TIP's Magical Journey and Isolated Chamber have received rave reviews. The most successful author has sold over 10,000 books. Each book acknowledges the assistance they have received from WoW Publishing and Distribution.

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About the author

Barbara C. Mishkin is a multifaceted entrepreneur and the heart behind The Inspiration Project, a nonprofit dedicated to uplifting individuals facing life's hurdles. Drawing from a rich tapestry of personal experiences, literature, and the stories of others, Barbara's mission is to spread hope, compassion, and courage.
Through her children's books, including "TIP's Magical Journey," "Tip's Magical Birthday," and the upcoming "Tip's Magical GIFT," she fosters intergenerational understanding and emotional growth, emphasizing gratitude, faith, and resilience. "Tip's Magical GIFT" explores themes of gratitude, kindness, and hope as Tip navigates his grandfather's illness and develops his religious beliefs.
Barbara C. Mishkin's work has been recognized in the media through various channels, including media attention, innovation awards, speaking engagements, alliances with other nonprofits, and a significant social media following. Her children's books have received five-star awards on Amazon and a dozen literary awards from parenting and other established, credentialed publications. She has also reached upwards of 1 million followers on Facebook at certain points over the past 10 years. Her motto is: "Believe ... Support ... Inspire ... Nurture ... Love

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In the 16th century, there was a village named Springdale, close to Manchester, England. The town was surrounded by beautiful hills and a lovely river running through it, where the townspeople used to swim or picnic. There was a wonderful spirit among the 250 villagers. As you walked through town, you could see people greeting each other. Friendliness was in the air.

The Newtons, third-generation villagers, were expecting a baby. It would be their first child. Everyone in the village gave their good wishes and prayers. On a lovely June day in the year 1542, Mom Newton, Mildred, told Father, Newton John, to get the midwife, Jessica. "Our baby is coming!" John ran to Jessica's house and hurried her back to Mildred.

As Jessica was delivering the baby, Mildred let out a scream, as most mothers do. The baby boy had arrived. As Jessica was handing the little one to Mildred, she noticed something on his face. She tried to wipe it away, but it was a birthmark. She pointed it out to Mildred and John, and as they took a closer look, it looked like a question mark. They wondered what could be done to remove it.

Jessica's Lament

As I look at this baby dear.

I see something strange, I fear.

Yes. there is something on his face it looks so queer

It looks like a question mark as I get near

Is it a curse or a blessing, my dear

I do not know

Jessica said that Maxwell, the barber surgeon, would be the only one who could get rid of it. The next day, John went to Maxwell and asked him to come to see his son. Maxwell came and examined little Wyatt. He was a kind man and not superstitious.

He explained that removing the "question mark" might deform the baby’s face. He warned that a lot of people are going to give Wyatt problems. However, he recommended that they consider it a blessing from God and try their best to support their son.

Parents speak to the baby.

When words can't say how much we love you.

When you smile and your voice,

fill us with happiness.

We show our unconditional love.

You are a blessing sent from above.

We know what you will face every day

But we will be there

                    Helping you along the way

                 With our unconditional love


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