This week I interviewed author Bonnie A. Wayne. Bonnie writes concept books for children which include- Counting with Bella and Finny, Shapes with Bella and Finny, Colors with Bella and Finny and Opposites with Bella and Finny. Her Adventures of Bella and Finny Series won a 2009 Mom's Choice Award.
Bonnie resides in Clifton Park, NY and has been married to her wonderful husband, Tom for 30 years. They have 2 beautiful daughters Tiffany Wayne, Taryn Wayne Shelton and a son-in-law, Scott Shelton. The stars of her books are Bella and Finny, her 2 standard poodles. I asked Bonnie some questions about her series of books and the inspiration behind them. Here's what she said.
Tara: What was the inspiration for your books?
Bonnie: My love for children and to make learning fun through humorous photographs of Bella and Finny.
Tara: One thing I know about children, they love animals!
When did you first come up with your idea?
Bonnie: The very first time I thought about it was in 2004. The first book was on sale January 2006.
Tara: It's amazing how quickly ideas can manifest into reality. How fantastic!
Did you have an aha moment; was it inspired by something you were doing or someplace you were visiting; a person in your life?
Bonnie: My aha came while I was laying in bed one morning. I was thinking.... what can I do with these funny pictures of my dogs? Why not turn them into a learning tool for children! Take a new approach to teaching basic concepts!
Tara: Who is your greatest source of support; why?
Bonnie: My Faith, "Everything is possible for him who believes." My Family, their belief in me and their constant love and encouragement.
Tara: If you could offer one piece of advice to someone who is thinking of venturing into this line of work, what would it be?
Bonnie: You must be passionately in love with what you do and the rest will follow.
Tara: I couldn't agree more. Passion definitely brings out the most creative inspiration and gives it the energy to continue even after you've moved onto something else.
What has it meant to you personally or to the success of your product to have been honored with a Mom’s Choice Award?
Bonnie: It has been a validation of all my work. I am so honored and humbled. I look forward to all the possibilities that this award will bring.
Tara: We are honored you feel this validates your work. You are the real validation of your work through your efforts and faith. We just acknowledge your accomplishment :o)
What are your future plans; what’s next for you as an author/ teacher?
Bonnie: I want to bring The Adventures of Bella and Finny Series to mainstream publishing along with all the marketing possibilities.
Bonnie, I wish you continued success with your book series' and look forward to our interview at Book Expo. For more information about Bonnie's books visit- www.BellaandFinny.com
Our next interview will be with Honoree Jeanette Ramnarine author and creator of the Four Pigs.
Tuesday, May 19, 2009
Interview with 2009 Honoree Bonnie Wayne
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1 comment:
Great stuff! Love reading these authors' stories.
It reminds me of Tom, who sent us this video:
http://www.ahamoment.com/pg/moments/view/270
He was trying to figure out what to do w/ his life when - pow! - he had an idea for a children's book and it changed his life.
Enjoy.
-Mike
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