Meet the Author
Having studied French and Spanish but never having touched foreign soil, Kathryn Dickerson felt something was missing. She finally felt whole when she moved from the United States to Germany in her twenties. She then traveled to as many places as possible, her heart growing fuller with each adventure. Later, she became an educator of literature and world geography, teaching that the world was a wonderful place and that most humans are good and kind and welcoming. Kathryn, along with her husband, encouraged their children to explore. Together they traveled America, some of Europe, the United Kingdom, and Central and South America. She is happy when on an adventure, under the big skies of the world, meeting interesting people, learning different languages, eating new foods, and adopting the local customs and etiquette. However, Kathryn is truly fulfilled when she can share these experiences with others.
Details
Format: Paperback, Hardcover
Pages: 36
ISBN Paperback: 978-1-958754-67-2
ISBN Hardcover: 978-1-958754-66-5
Release date: October 22, 2024
Endorsements
“As a self-proclaimed rebel, I love Marco Pollo‘s adventurous spirit! Marco Pollo is a wonderful book that will share with children the riches of world exploration, family, and realizing when you need support. Marco’s curious nature speaks to the inner child in all of us, reminding us to take risks, dream big, and chase after new experiences!”
—Hannah Setzer, author of Hannah Surprises Everyone (Including Herself!)
“Marco Pollo and his adventures should entertain and amuse children for many years to come. And the art is as spectacular as the story. I look forward to many follow-up adventures.”
—Tom Kelsch, former publisher and editor at Stars and Stripes
“Marco Pollo is more than the chicken-chirping-coop-capade that unfolds on the first page of this charming adventure of a young, yellow, and cuddly chick. Coaxed into action by a celestial call of adventure, Marco steals away on a boat skimming the blue of the Adriatic Sea in search of his dream. Under the protective wing of his trusted Uncle Zio, the wisest rooster in the yard, our young hero encounters the joy of pecking to one’s own beat. Brighter than the sights unfolding beyond the bow of the ship sailing toward a future where the sea meets the sky, Marco’s instinctual discoveries set him free. Written in clever, captivating prose punctuated with lush, colorful, and comical illustrations, Marco Pollo is a tale to treasure.”
—Jer Long, author of the historical fiction novel Pollyanna Gay
“This adorable story is about an adventurous young chicken, appropriately named Marco Pollo! From day one of his life, this brave little chicken lives for adventure. Luckily, he has a kind and understanding uncle to look out for him each time he tries to escape the safety of the yard, where he lives with his aunt, uncle, and fellow chicks. In the end, it looks like little Marco will finally go on a journey to faraway lands, just like he has dreamed. This is a wonderful story for the young adventurer!”
—Christel Dyer, author of Lemon and Cedar
Meet the Illustrator
Okan Bülbül is a freelance illustrator living in Turkey with his wife and daughter. He has an engineering degree, but he left the field in order to pursue his love for art. Now, he is happily realizing his childhood dream of drawing pictures for a living. Okan illustrates for all age groups, but illustrations for children’s books are his favorite.
