Piercing through that mask of Being
In that silence beyond all seeing
Was a field with a different story
A field of power, of awesome glory
With other children, if unfurled
It's tidal wave would change the world
Michael Jackson
Part II Magical Child
Almost six years ago, my book Ever After was published. At the time, I had no experience in writing or publishing, but I was so inspired and determined that nothing slowed me down. Writing, imagining the illustrations, finding an illustrator, learning about publishers and printing, setting up a website, all of it was completely new to me. It was an amazing time, and Mimi was the perfect partner. The story was only half the book, her illustrations are what brought it to life. When the book was ready, I confidently ordered 5000 copies (just for a start I thought) and I took orders through email and Paypal and mailed out the books myself. The only way for people to find Ever After was through Facebook, which was a new frontier for me as well.
The word spread, and I was finding out first hand how much Michael was loved all over the world. I had requests for the book in different languages. Printing the book in other languages was not possible at the time, so I asked new friends in different countries to translate the story into their language for me. I printed the translations on two pages and inserted them with the English book on request.
I didn't sell all of those 5000 books. I still have a few boxes in my basement and I donate them to children's events and charities if people are willing to help with the mailing costs. By the grace of createspace and Amazon, and a lot of help from my friends once again, I am now able to publish physical copies of Ever After in other languages. The first one is a new Spanish version, Por Siempre, which is available starting today. The translation has been kindly provided by Liz Johnson. Por Siempre (Ever After - Spanish)
Reading the story again, and working with the illustrations has taken me back in time, and reminded me of the eternal gift of Michael's life story. I really want to continue to share Ever After with the children of the world. I am hoping that once again Facebook friends will help to put this book into the hands of children who can be inspired by a little boy who did what he came to do; sing, dance and make a difference ..... por siempre
Thank you all so much for your love and support.
Thank You Michael, for always giving us your best.
Por Siempre (Ever After-Spanish)
The word spread, and I was finding out first hand how much Michael was loved all over the world. I had requests for the book in different languages. Printing the book in other languages was not possible at the time, so I asked new friends in different countries to translate the story into their language for me. I printed the translations on two pages and inserted them with the English book on request.
I didn't sell all of those 5000 books. I still have a few boxes in my basement and I donate them to children's events and charities if people are willing to help with the mailing costs. By the grace of createspace and Amazon, and a lot of help from my friends once again, I am now able to publish physical copies of Ever After in other languages. The first one is a new Spanish version, Por Siempre, which is available starting today. The translation has been kindly provided by Liz Johnson. Por Siempre (Ever After - Spanish)
Reading the story again, and working with the illustrations has taken me back in time, and reminded me of the eternal gift of Michael's life story. I really want to continue to share Ever After with the children of the world. I am hoping that once again Facebook friends will help to put this book into the hands of children who can be inspired by a little boy who did what he came to do; sing, dance and make a difference ..... por siempre
Thank you all so much for your love and support.
Thank You Michael, for always giving us your best.
Por Siempre (Ever After-Spanish)
