As a child I was strongly influenced by the creations of Jim Henson, the writings of J.R.R. Tolkien, and the magic of David Copperfield which brought magic into my life. As a father I have sought for a way to keep magic alive in the lives of my children. This book was born out of that desire and wanting to find a way to teach children tolerance of people of different races, religions, gender and culture. I wrote the book to open the minds of children to the fact that our differences can be our strengths and to show that those differences and strengths can enable us to work together to reach a common goal.
If kids could have an opportunity to hear the messages in this book regularly it could have such a positive impact on how they view each other. My goal is to get this published in hardcover, paperback and ebook and into the hands of many parents and children with the hope of enabling childrens' minds to remain open to the beauty of other races and cultures and people who are different than ourselves in various ways. With your contribution we can make that happen!
The illustrations are beautiful and engaging!
As an artist I drew upon the works which inspired me as a youth and created illustrations with the focus on vibrant colors and bold lines to grab and hold the attention of the reader while maintaining warmth.
What We Need & What You Get
"The Rainbow Makers" has been in the works for a little over a year, the story is written, the illustrations are partially, It has received heart felt praises and is almost ready to be published!
The Goal is to Raise $5,000 in 60 days!! We want to have it published and our first batch of books printed and in the hands of children as soon as possible. Time is of the essence! The funds raised in this campaign will help enable me to complete the remaining illustrations, publishing, printing, marketing and cover living costs required during the final phase .
Our goal is simple:
$2500- covers the publishing package
$2500- covers marketing expenses, covers donation perks and living expenses and covers the first bulk order of The Rainbow Makers
The Perks
We would love it if you would make a contribution and for doing so we have some fun perks as our way of saying thank you....
With your contribution we've got signed copies of The Rainbow Makers book hot off the presses, merchandise with the sweet cover illustration on it and even puppet versions of the frog kings from the book!
Sculpture for the Frog King Puppets
The Impact
With your help we will be able to make this book a reality! Imagine a world in which children realize from a very early age to embrace the differences in themselves and others in stead of learning intolerance and discrimination . What an amazing world we could create and how loving we could be to one another.
Every contribution will help us reach our goal!
Other Ways You Can Help
Your support and help in spreading the word are truly appreciated. Tell everyone you know about The Rainbow Makers and this campaign so we can reach as many children as possible!
And that's all there is to it.