{"product_id":"a-place-for-me-9798999843098","title":"A Place For Me","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA Place For Me\u003c\/em\u003e is the second book in the \u003cem\u003eHeart Series\u003c\/em\u003e collection. It follows the young protagonist in their search for comfort and fulfillment through imagination. Heartwarming, \u003cem\u003eA Place For Me\u003c\/em\u003e demonstrates that everyone can find their place, often simply where they are right now.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSeries description: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Heart Series is a collection of books illustrated by Amy Aanenson, featuring original watercolor illustrations. Each book in the series concludes with a heart symbolizing love.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMy Wish For You expresses the hopes and dreams that parents have for their children as they grow and transition through life. A Place For Me,  written by Amy's seventeen-year-old neighbor, explores his journey to find his place in the world. Slow Down and Let the Island Catch Up With You, encourages readers to pause from the rush of life and appreciate the beauty that surrounds them.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eEkstrand, Winston V.:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - Winston V. Ekstrand is a high school student currently pursuing his Associate Degree and preparing for college. An avid reader and writer, Winston enjoys writing poetry, participating in speech and debate competitions, archery, and community service. This is his first published work, created in collaboration with his neighbor and mentor, who served as the illustrator.\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eAanenson, Amy L.:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - Amy Aanenson is a retired speech-language pathologist and a lifelong educator with a passion for creative writing. After retiring from her previous career, she recently discovered her talent for art. Writing and illustrating children's books feels like a natural path for Amy, as she has always had a deep love for children. She is currently working on her Heart Series book collection, which features original life lessons and her watercolor paintings. Winston's book, A Place For Me, is the second book in this series. The first book, My Wish For You, was written and illustrated by Amy.","brand":"ALA Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51615595561234,"sku":"9798999843098","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_081d88dd-65ba-4f4c-b51b-11c0d3353ce5.jpg?v=1758104717","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/a-place-for-me-9798999843098","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}