Author: Crystal Bowman
Located in: USA
Submitted: September 22, 2020
Tell us a little about yourself. I am a Christian children's author and have published more than 100 children's books in the past 25 years. I love teaching children about God, family, and friends. I am a mentor for MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) and teach at writers' conferences. I write lyrics for children's piano music and stories for Clubhouse Jr. Magazine.
What was your motivation behind this project? Almost everyone knows someone who is affected by dementia. For young children, it is hard to understand why their relationship with someone they love has changed. This story, inspired by a true story, helps children understand that even though things have changed, the love last forever.
What do you hope folks will gain from this project? My hope is that this book will be a helpful resource for families who have a loved one afflicted with this disease.
How were you personally impacted by working on this project? I learned so much about dementia and Alzheimer's and how it affects not only the person, but an entire family. It's a sad reality that many families face, but there are ways to hold on to the good memories and show love to each other.
Who are your influences, sources of inspiration or favorite authors / artists? I love all the different kinds of children's books, from board books and picture books to devotions for kids and Bible storybooks. I love seeing the creativity of other writers.
Anything else you'd like readers / listeners to know: My purpose in writing books is to tell children that God loves them and cares about them very much.
