You might be looking for books to read this summer that reinforce family values. I’ve found a great author that has a collection of picture books that touches on this subject.
Harvey L. Frierson. Jr. has been a hit songwriter for musical icons such as Mary J. Blige and New Edition. Now, he finds his most current audience could be his most rewarding yet, his three-month-old niece and the next generation. With books like “My Big Sister is the Best” and “I Love to Wave”, Harvey L. Frierson Jr. is using his talent to bring social skills and values to children. I had the chance to ask him about his childhood reading memories, writing routine, and what writing means to him.
- What is your favorite memory from reading as a child?
Harvey L. Frierson Jr: When I was a child, I had a collection of Batman stories that you read along with a 45” inch “action” recording. LOL
- Do you have a writing routine? Share what works for you.
Harvey L. Frierson Jr: My writing routine is talking to my brother about what my niece JJ is doing, and then writing a story hoping she will be impressed.
- What is writing to you in one sentence?
Harvey L. Frierson Jr: Writings are messages for my children, nieces and nephews to appeal to their family values.
“I Love to Wave” is a story about a girl coping with the new pandemic social norms. Hunter loves to wave, but finds it difficult in this new world of mask wearing, social distancing and virtual school. Through the help of her parents and school teachers, they model how Hunter can stay safe and continue to be kind to people.
“I Love to Wave” is available at Barnes and Noble.com.
Audiobook Spanish edition link here.
Audiobook English edition will be available on July 4th.
For more information on Harvey L. Frierson Jr., please visit his website here.
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