Hi, I'm Darren Cranford
Artist/Author/Illustrator
Welcome to the Nottle book website! This is where you help me breathe life into this dream of creating my own children's book.
I have illustrated dozens of books for other Authors, but this is the first one I've written and published myself.
I welcome you into this fun world to share this journey with me!
Check out the contact section below for links to the book on Amazon, or my Instagram, and Tiktok page for more fun posts and videos!
"The goal isn't to live forever, the goal is create something that will."
Chuck Palahniuk
What is this book about, anyway?!
Nottle, a little paper bag, embarks on an exciting adventure at his new school, but worries about fitting in with the diverse crowd of lunch bags and boxes. Despite his simple lunch, he faces teasing from Blueb, a lunchtime bully. However, instead of retaliation, Nottle surprises Blueb with kindness, sharing his lunch and teaching him that acceptance and friendship are not based on appearances but the goodness inside. Through Nottle's gesture, Blueb learns a valuable lesson about kindness and discovers that true friendship is about appreciating what's inside, both in a lunchbox and in a person's heart. "Nottle’s First Day of School" is a heartwarming tale that teaches young readers the power of acceptance and kindness. Join Nottle and his friends in this delightful story that reminds us all that embracing our differences and showing compassion can create the strongest bonds of friendship.
Contact
Anything you want to ask me - just drop me a note, and I'll be happy to reply!
To order the book click on the link below.
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