Featured Interview With Vera Harris
Tell us a little about yourself. Where were you raised? Where do you live now?
Hello Everyone! I am Vera Harris but, I am called “Sister” by my family. I am the author of 4 four children’s picture books and one ebook. I enjoy writing, engaging books that teach, encourages, and promote children to pick up a book and read! I live in East Texas with my fur baby girl named, MJ. She thinks she runs the house, so we will not tell her it is me. OK? I am also a retired Army Combat Veteran. I have traveled all over the world where I meet some of the best folks. Life is good and meant to be enjoyed each day.
At what age did you realize your fascination with books? When did you start writing?
I realized my fascination with books a long time ago when I was a little girl. I enjoyed going to the local library in my community and returning with a handful of books. I read mags, newspapers, anything that captured my attention and my imagination. I wrote my first book that was published in 2014 and continue to improve every day.
Who are your favorite authors to read? What is your favorite genre to read. Who Inspires you in your writings?
I have so many to name. Sister Souljah, Mary Monroe, Mary Morrison, Tayari Jones, E.Lynn Harris, Eric Jerome Dickey, Toni Morrison, Kimberly Roby, Omar Epps, Nora Hurston, Brenda Jackson, Francis Ray, Brenda Jenkins, Walter Mosley, etc. etc. I am inspired to write because of my grandson.
Tell us a little about your latest book?
Monica and Michelle follow the story of twin sisters, Monica and Michelle Williams. They currently live in Germany with their parents who are from North Carolina and both serve in the U. S. Air Force. Monica and Michelle are accustomed to their parents receiving moving orders to new and exciting locations. And this time they have to move to Spain. While Michelle is happy about their big move, Monica is not. She refuses to move if it means having to leave her science project team, or to leave the position of a head cheerleader of her cheering squad. Throughout the course of the book, Monica learns how to deal with her sadness, confusion and worry in a positive way. While initially saddened by the move, she learns that despite leaving some things behind there will be many things her family will share in their new home and she realizes the most important thing is being together.
This simple story was written to help children visualize where they are going, thereby relieving some of the anxiety associated with relocation. This book uses colorful, and expressive images that go along with simple text to help children connect words and emotions. Kids will identify with Monica’s character and that can help children realize that they are not the only one having to deal with managing a move.
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