Today, I am talking with author Pamela Wight about her new picture book Molly Finds Her Purr. I previously introduced you to Pamela when her first picture book Birds of Paradise was released in 2017. You can read that interview here.
The importance of being true to yourself and the acknowledgment of the strength of friendship, even when differences exist, are strong themes in Pamela’s books.
Birds of Paradise is a delightful story of two sparrows Bert and Bessie who discover that friendship can unite even for two with very different attitudes to life.
In Molly Finds Her Purr, Molly the cat discovers that a purr comes from finding a circle of friends, and that friendship can be strong despite their outward differences.
Both books are beautifully illustrated by Shelley Steinle who has added a secret character for children to find on every page.
I am delighted that some of my words of praise for Birds of Paradise were used on the back cover of Molly Finds Her Purr. I wrote, “Shelly Steinle’s illustrations are gorgeous and perfectly complement Pamela Wight’s lovely story.” I could say exactly the same in praise of Molly Finds Her Purr.
A little about Pamela Wight
Pamela S. Wight writes fiction for children and adults. She is the published author of The Right Wrong Man and Twin Desires, and pens a popular weekly blog called Roughwighting (roughwighting.net). She teaches creative writing classes in the Boston and San Francisco areas. Her first picture book, Birds of Paradise, published in 2017, was a finalist in the 2018 International Book Awards.
About Molly Finds Her Purr
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I love the themes, Pamela! This book looks beautiful, so precious 🙂
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It is gorgeous, Donna. I think you’d love it. 🙂
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Thanks Donna. All of us creatures need to know how to find our purr!
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Thank you, Donna. All of us creatures need to know where to find our purr!
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Thanks for sharing its perfect book and illustrator did a great job i am talking about “A Purr-fect new picture book. thanks
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Thank you for your lovely comment about Pam’s book.
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Thank you!
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Wonderful post about a book that I am sure is going to win the hearts and minds of many children. thanks Norah and Pamela..
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Thank you for your lovely comment, Sally. I agree with you. 🙂
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Pleasure Norah..hugsx
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Thanks so much, Sally. And you are a purr-fectly magnificent one to share Norah’s post here. To ALL of us feeling content enough to purr, every day. xo
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Lovely to see Pam featured here with her beautiful books with lessons. And beautiful covers too. Hugs girls xx
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Thank you, Debby. It is a lovely book.
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Thanks Debby! Huge hugs back.
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THANKS Debby. Huge hugs to you.
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Hi Norah, I really enjoy reading Pamela’s engaging, witty blog. I plan to order “Molly Finds Her Purr” for my granddaughters for Christmas. The cover is beautifully illustrated. Now I am curious about the secret character:)
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Many thanks, Erica. Hmm, perhaps a hint is in order about the special character, which is “hidden” on every page. A different color one on each page, also. It’s magical with a lean body and gossamer wings yet seen flying all over here this past summer. Did that hint help?
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Yes, and your hint made me smile🙂
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It was a good hint. Pity I gave the secret away. I guess they don’t call me blabber mouth for nothing. (Actually, I’ve never been called blabber mouth. I’m usually good at keeping secrets.)
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Oops. Sorry, Pam. I’ve just told Erica what it is. I’m just not getting this secret thing right, am I?
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Oh, Erica. I’m so pleased to hear that. I’m sure your granddaughters will love Molly. It is a beautiful book. The secret isn’t really a secret, I suppose. Maybe I mislead you there. Apologies. On each page Shelley has added a beautiful dragonfly for children to find (in Birds of Paradise, there is a ladybug). We are told at the front of the book to find it. It is very cute and offers something extra for the children to find and discuss. Enjoy! 🙂
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Norah, The book sound visually beautiful, too. I looked on Amazon.ca a couple of weeks ago and at the time it was only available Amazon.com? I will check again, and it may be in our book stores, too. A perfect Christmas gift for my grandchildren (3 1/2 and 6)
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I hope you can find a copy to purchase, Erica. It is a perfect Christmas gift. 🙂
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I just saw that Molly is on amazon.ca now https://www.amazon.ca/s?k=molly+findds+her+purr&i=stripbooks&ref=nb_sb_noss
For some reason Amazon’s delivery for my book is out of whack. We’re working on that. ;–0 Thanks so much Erica. xo
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puurfect timing as I’m just visiting a friend with two cats, meow 🙂
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Enjoy the two cats and the low hummm of contentment. Thanks for visiting Norah here and reading about my Molly the Cat.
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I’m sure many will appreciate your skilful work and the lovely illustrations! That low hummm of contentment is loud 🙂
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Listening to a cat purr is so meditative. I think they have a inward de-stressor. 🙂
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you could be right about that!
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Purr-fect!
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Look forward to reading Pam’s new book. I really enjoyed Birds of Paradise!
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Thanks Patricia! Bert and Bessie from Birds of Paradise make a few small appearances in Molly’s story as she searches for her purr.
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It is equally as special as Birds of Paradise, Patricia. I’m sure you’ll love it.
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looks like the beautiful drawings are matched by a wonderful message.
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Thank you, Jim. The illustrator does an amazing job of showing the expressions in the animal’s faces. She’s a true artist.
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It certainly is, Jim. Thank you.
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That looks just darling, Pam. Thanks for sharing this, Norah! I love the idea of what ‘purr’ means.
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Thanks so much, Jacqui. I hope you are purring today!
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It is a beautiful book with a lovely message, Jacqui.
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Norah, lovely to see Pam and her children’s books here! Pure delight! 😀
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You’re a pure delight, Annika. Always. Aren’t I lucky to be here on Norah’s blog? She’s a pure delight too. ❤ In fact, I so wish the three of us delightful writers/bloggers could meet up together in person sometime. Dreams do come true, you know.
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That’s a lovely dream, Pam. Thank you for including me in it. 🙂
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Hmmm, what’s a halfway point between the U.S., England, and Australia? :-0 🙂
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I’m sure Mr Google could tell us. 🙂
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My Google woman says it’s Hawaii – I’ll go with that! 🙂
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That’s tempting. 🙂
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🙂
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Delight is the right word, Annika. Thank you. 🙂
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Wow looks like a fantastic book and such a great review, Norah.
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Thank you! Molly is a special cat with a special purr. 🙂
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Welcome 😊😊 😊
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It is beautiful, Kamal. Thank you for reading and commenting.
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Welcome 😊😊 😊 Norah
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Wonderful to find Pamela and her beautiful new book here today, Norah! ❤ Sharing…
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Thanks for sharing, Bette, Norah is so kind to share my launch of MOLLY FINDS HER PURR.
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Thank you, Bette. It is a beautiful book.
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This looks adorable! Great review. Hope you are doing well. 🙂
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Many thanks. It means a LOT when Norah likes a children’s book. I am honored that she reviewed MOLLY FINDS HER PURR.
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It was my pleasure, Pam.
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It is, Marsha. It’s delightful. I hope you are doing well too. 💖
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Looks so good!
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Thank you, Luanne. I’m so pleased with the way Molly turned out. xo
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It is!! 🙂
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