TEMECULA, Calif., Nov. 21, 2006 (PRIMEZONE) -- A touching story about acceptance and compassion is set to begin as Xlibris announces the release of Bird Boy, the beautiful new picture book featuring the imagination of author P.J. Young and the artwork of Michele Klee Greulich.
Bird Boy tells the story of a young boy and a bird learning to be happy with themselves. It begins when the boy dreams of escaping his world and flying away. Along the way, he befriends a bird which inspires him to become a bird himself and enter a new life. Together during this process, they both discover what acceptance, appreciation and self value truly mean.
Highly recommended for children, their parents, their teachers and even art fans, Bird Boy emphasizes the lesson of learning to like yourself and accepting each other's differences. Its simplicity about universal messages makes it an educational and entertaining reference for both children and adults. To order a copy of this picture book, log on at Xlibris.com, Barnesandnoble.com, Amazon.com or visit your local bookstore today!
About the Author
Patricia Young is a Speech-Language Pathologist and author. After attaining a Master of Arts Degree in Communicative Disorders from California State University, Long Beach, she has also had various works published including professional material (article in Advance magazine and game, Match This!) and poetry. This is her first children's book. She lives in Temecula in Southern California.
About the Artist
Growing up in Southern California, Michele Klee Greulich set her sights on creative pursuits. She attended Fullerton College, majoring in Fine Arts, and was employed as a designer of gift and craft products. She presently freelances as an illustrator in the area of children's publishing. Michele resides in Vista, California, with her husband and son.
Bird Boy -- by P.J. Young
Publication Date: September 29, 2006
Trade Paperback; $14.99; 32 pages; 1-4134-9274-6; 978-1-4134-9274-3
Cloth Hardback; $20.99; 32 pages; 1-4134-9275-4; 978-1-4134-9275-0
To request a complimentary paperback review copy, contact the publisher at (888) 795-4274 x. 472. Tearsheets may be sent by regular or electronic mail to Marketing Services. To purchase copies of the book for resale, please fax Xlibris at (610) 915-0294 or call (888) 795-4274 x. 876.
For more information, contact Xlibris at (888) 795-4274 or on the web at www.Xlibris.com.