By Silvia Tabor • Illustrated by Olivia Manta • ASIN: B0CK3MYGR6
About the Story
Dive into the captivating world of ‘Charlotte-Marella and the Sea’, an enchanting voyage championing environmental stewardship, courage, and family values.
Join our courageous young heroine, Charlotte-Marella, whose second name means “Star of the sea” and “Beloved.” A sea lover at heart, she sails her boat to magical destinations, with Little Coral Island being her favorite oasis — a haven for her animal friends: Toasa the wise turtle, Cleo the chameleon, Pagalo the parrot, and a friendly toucan.
When an urgent plea calls Charlotte-Marella back to the island, she finds paradise in peril. Careless visitors have endangered the wildlife, leaving Toasa entangled. Charlotte-Marella springs into action, orchestrating a plan to restore the sanctuary and teach the importance of protecting nature.
Olivia Manta studied for a BFA degree in Visual Arts at the West University of Arts and Design in Timișoara, Romania. Defined by delicate palettes and sensitive painterly layers, she specializes in both traditional and digital painting. One of her four published children’s books, A Christmas Miracle at Ground Zero, has been featured at the National Museum of New York.