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Written and illustrated by Jenny Olson

 

What happens when an adventurous young leprechaun girl gets tired of wearing nothing but green every day of her life?

Lia and her family are leprechauns—which means they all wear green, to hide from the humans who might otherwise steal their gold or demand they grant wishes. Still, Lia wishes she could try on some of the other beautiful colors she sees in the forest. When she gets the chance, Lia dares to swap her usual green outfit for a beautiful purple fairy dress. But when she meets a human girl who needs her help, Lia comes to appreciate who she is and the magic she holds inside.

 

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Meet the Author

Jenny Olson is half Irish, and enjoys learning about Irish mythology and folklore. She first began writing children’s stories for her young daughters. Jenny lives with her husband, younger daughter, and three dogs in Richmond, Virginia. She spends summers in a rural home in the beautiful Driftless area of southwest Wisconsin, a land running with rivers and rolling with hills. When she is not writing, drawing, and painting, Jenny enjoys hiking, kayaking, and looking for signs of leprechauns.

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Details

Format: Paperback, Hardcover

Pages: 34

ISBN Paperback: 978-1-962416-28-3

ISBN Hardcover: 978-1-962416-27-6

Release date: May 21, 2024

Endorsements

Lia the Leprechaun is a charming tale of a leprechaun who questions the ways of her world, but through her adventures, finds pride in her being. Olson has woven a beautiful message of love, acceptance, adventure, and the joy found in helping others, coupled with engaging illustrations that will capture the attention and hearts of readers for years to come!”
– Laura Stuckey, BAK Elementary School principal, mother, and farmer’s wife

 

“With delicate artwork, we are welcomed into Lia the Leprechaun, a delightful trip into the tiny world of leprechauns and fairies, as our little protagonist learns that her own special gifts and the help of her friends can make the world a better place. Children will be enchanted, and enjoy imagining themselves as small as Lia and her fairy friends.”
– Nancy Ashmore, retired Director, Prairie du Chien Memorial Library

 

Lia the Leprechaun is a lyrical tale of kindness and empathy with a wee bit of magic at its heart. In this sweet story based on Irish folklore, adventurous Lia learns the true meaning of giving, and experiences the joy of helping others. Readers will rejoice in her selfless act of compassion to make a wish come true.”
– Kate McCarroll Moore, author of Chelsea Skye, Nature Spy

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