Book Description from Back CoverEveryone will be enchanted by this collection of stories featuring rare plants and animals from Hawai'i.Like its companions, Fables from the Garden, Fables from the Sea, and Fables from the Deep, each story provides a valuable life lesson. When a hawk moth is lost, her only hope of finding her way home is to learn the language of a palila bird. A koki'o plant must decide whether to encourage his younger brother to bloom in time for the annual blossom festival. And join a Hawaiian happyface spider who shares the secret of looking at the bright side of things when a terrible storm approaches! Here are ten stories that will entertain and inspire. All are illustrated in stunning watercolors to share and enjoy with family and friends. Background on Leslie Ann Hayashi and Kathleen Wong BishopEver since she was seven, Leslie Ann Hayashi knew she wanted to be a writer. After graduating from Leilehua High School, she attended Stanford University, where she received her Bachelor of Arts with distinction. Leslie then obtained her Juris Doctor degree from Georgetown University Law Center. Currently serving as a district court judge in Honolulu, Leslie resides with her husband, Alan Van Etten, and their sons, Justin and Taylor, who provide endless inspiration and love.Kathleen Wong Bishop is a graduate of Roosevelt High School and Stanford University. She resides in Phoenix, Arizona, with her husband, David, and their three children, Lisa, Daniel, and Rachel. Caring for her family brings her much joy. Kathleen is the Children and Youth Ministries Director at Shepherd of the Hills Church and enjoys helping people explore their spirituality through creative activities. She's excited about her new career as an artist-a talent discovered as a result of Leslie's dream to write. |
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