The Tale of Ava-Marie Swanson

Have you ever questioned what happens when you die? Maybe there has been a time in your life when you've witnessed the passing of a loved one? Ava- Marie Swanson is eight years old, with a life threatening illness, which affects her life and the family around her. She tells us her story herself, through her own thoughts and imagination, and from the first page to the inevitable end, she reminds us all of the true meaning of friends and family. It is hoped that her story will help bring healing to, and ease the prospect of death for, those who are facing it themselves, and those who have a loved one who is seriously or terminally ill. It is also a useful tool for opening a dialogue, and examining the subject of illness and death, with the inquisitive child. IN AID OF THE BBC CHILDREN IN NEED APPEAL, A REGISTERED CHARITY NO. 802052 IN ENGLAND AND WALES, AND SC039557 IN SCOTLAND. 30% OF NET SALES OF THIS TITLE WILL BE DONATED TO THE 2014 APPEAL. Current Finalist in The Peoples Book Prize 2014, Children's Category