“For The Love Of Willy,” Nancy Addison’s book for children who are grieving the loss of a beloved pet, was recognized as the overall top winner of all categories, in addition to be awarded BEST Children’s Book of the Year, in the London Book Festival!
“LONDON BOOK FESTIVAL NAMES PET THERAPY SAGA FOR TOP HONORS
LONDON_ A children’s story and activity book that uses art therapy and a moving tale to help overcome the loss of a pet is the winner of the 2023 London Book Festival, which honors the best of international publishing.
Author Nancy Addison’s “For The Love of Willy: Overcoming Sadness After Losing a Beloved Pet” (Organic Healthy Lifestyle Publishing) tells the tale of a woman’s bond with an injured baby squirrel. She nurtures Willy back to good health, but eventually must leave him in a sanctuary. However, along that path, she learns to find happiness in her memories, art and expressions of love.
The book provides helpful tips for children to lift their spirits and find happiness again when they are sad about losing a pet”
– London Book Festival
“Congratulations on a truly moving book. It brought a tear to my eye.
So many children’s book purport to teach empathy and fall far short.
Yours hits the note perfectly.” Best Bruce
