Herman and the Princess Gull

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What People are Saying:

“After receiving the signed published copy of ‘Herman and the Princess Gull’ I’ve been wishing that I had a young grandchild who would enjoy the experience of Herman and his adventures.”

—Thomas Stamm, reviewer

“So cute—I loved everything about it from the story to the illustrations.”

—Jade Houston, reviewer

“I love Herman and the Princess Gull. A heart-warming story that had me on the edge of my seat as I turned the page to see what happens next! Kids love the beautiful illustrations and the world of Herman the hermit crab. I even felt a tear on my cheek as I turned the final page. You will fall in love with Herman too! I guarantee it!”

—Rhonda Kendle, elementary school teacher, Washington

“Thank you so much for this incredible story, my kids were absolutely captivated by your beautiful story. They loved it!!
No doubt it will be a commercial success!”
—Rachel, reviewer

“A wonderful story about an unlikely friendship and dreams coming true… The Illustrations are beautiful, just as the story itself is.”

—Teresa Bohler

About The Book

When two unlikely characters find each other they decide that friendship is better than instinct.

Remember that wonderful, feel-good moment when, for the first time, we see a tender, loving exchange between two animals? In Herman and the Princess Gull, it is especially heartwarming because the two animals would normally be life and death enemies.

Herman was inspired by a true event on a lovely beach in Costa Rica. The author includes the “backstory” at the end, lending a nice, educational touch to the “cast of characters.”

Herman and Antares will melt hearts and become heroes of the sea for children everywhere. Be prepared—kids ask to hear this story night after night.

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About Lew

Growing up on fishing boats, the author has spent his entire life on the water, repairing, building, and operating commercial and pleasure vessels all over the world. This depth of knowledge and experience gave him the ability to build and captain Moana a very special, long-range power catamaran. His love affair with the sea is tangible as he describes in authentic detail, his fifteen-year odyssey to the most remote places on our planet. He calls San Diego home … when he is home.
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About the Illustrator

Candace Camling lives in Des Moines, Iowa with her family where she writes and creates artwork in her attic studio. She earned a BFA in illustration and digital media from Kendall College of Art & Design.

For her, being an illustrator means getting to solve visual problems, learning about new topics constantly and trying to bring a little joy into the world. Her favorite things to read are non-fiction picture books, graphic novels, and anything with a hint of magic.

Candace has won many awards in juried shows and contests. She has also worked with a wide variety of clients and collaborators. You can visit her at www.camlingstudio.com

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