Canadian Indie Authors Spotlight | Children's Books by D.M. De Alwis
July 31st, D.M. De Alwis!
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About the Author
D.M. De Alwis is a Canadian-Sri Lankan author of children's books and fiction. She creates her children's books as vignettes of life with three children, two dogs, and a cat. She lives with her family in Richmond Hill, Canada.
Genres you write:
Children’s Picture Books, Middle-Grade Fantasy, Historical/Mythological Fiction
Quick intro to your work:
My children’s books aim to create a safe space for children to open up and ask questions.
Featured Book:
Best Friends
Maya's friend has told her she isn’t her BFF, but Maya doesn't know what a BFF is.
We're all hooked by the negative. Kids, just like adults, feel rejection and cling to that feeling. The problem is that focusing on the rejection leads to missed opportunities staring you in the face. Illustrations by Rohan Corlosquet.
🔍 Behind the Scenes
What inspired you to write your books?
My children’s book series originated from a collaboration with my illustrator son, Rohan, who is currently attending primary school.
What’s something readers might not know about you?
It took me 25 years of banging my head to realize my calling of writing books.
What’s next for you?
A middle-grade novella with illustrations with @algebutter and A Lion’s Head, a historical fantasy retelling of Nara Simha’s origins.
D.M. De Alwis' Children's Books
All of my children's books are available via Ingram, Bookshop.org, and via Print-On-Demand at major booksellers.
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