Far Flutterby *Review*

Far Flutterby was written for young readers aged 4-7 and written by Karen Kingsbury and illustrated by Jennifer A. Bell.  Far Flutter introduces Cody the caterpillar in the town of Better-than-Brown.  Cody longs for something more from life than being stuck on the ground watching others fly about.  But, with a little faith and patience, he realizes God has bigger and better plan for him, one which will give him wings and make him a butterfly so he can  take off to anywhere he wishes, including the wonderful land of Far Flutterby.  

Far Flutterby is a whimsical read that will inspire children (and parents) to have faith that their dreams will be realized.  Young readers will learn that God has a plan for them filled with wondrous things.  Like Cody, they will also find that through hard times, comes wings, as long as they have faith in God.  


My Review:
This is a beautiful story!  I love the vibrant pictures with bright colors but the message is wonderful.  This is a great book to read to children but at the same time this is a great book to use to cheer someone up or encourage them too!  I loved reading it to my children but as I was reading I was thinking of a person who I think I could use this book as a way to encourage them.  :)  The best thing to remember is God has a plan for each and everyone of us!  What a powerful and awesome message to get to everyone.  :) Remember keep the faith and trust God.  I am so happy to have this book in my library!  :) 


About the Author:
New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Karen Kingsbury is America's favorite inspirational novelist, with nearly 20 million books in print.  She has written more than 40 novels, ten of which have hit #1 on national lists.  Her life-changing fiction has produced has produced multiple bestsellers!  She was also named 2007 Christian Book of the Year.  Karen is also a nationally known speaker with several women's groups including Women's of Faith.  She lives in Tennessee with her husband, their daughter and five sons, three of whom are adopted from Haiti.  


About the Illustrator:
Jennifer A. Bell is a children's book and greeting card illustrator.  She graduated with a degree in Fine Arts from Columbus College of Art and Design and worked for several years as a product designer before establishing herself as a freelance illustrator.  She lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with her husband and son.