Inclusion benefits us all ! The more we prioritize inclusion , the better the world will become .
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Inclusion benefits us all ! The more we prioritize inclusion , the better the world will become .
~ Alexandra Hoffman
Alexandra Hoffman and Wishing Star Publishing
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Share details of other picture books you have published
The Self-Love Book is a simple , yet pointed book to inspire wellness in children . I think that many kids face a lot these days that can impact their self-esteem , confidence and mental health . This book exists to inspire self-love in children . My most recent release is Big Dreams , an inclusive story that challenges gender norms and celebrates girls who play football . Football is one of the last male-dominated sports out there . The inclusion of girls and women is growing , but there is still a long way to go . The representation of girls playing football in books and film is next to none . There are currently NO other picture books I can find that represent a girl playing football . It is my hope that Big Dreams helps to move the needle ( even a little ) in regards to representation in the media of girls playing the sport .
What is most amazing about the book is that various women who are coaching professionally in the CFL have offered words of inspiration in the book , including Tanya Henderson , the first woman to coach full-time in CFL history .
Tell us about the origins of Wishing Star Publishing and what motivated you to embark on this journey
When I finished writing Masterpiece , I started to pitch the book to agents to have it published traditionally . Unfortunately , no one picked it up . I understand there are a variety of reasons an agent may pass on a book ; however , I knew the strength of the story . So , I decided to self-publish the book and go the indie route . With this decision , I also decided to establish a publishing company to publish that book and future books . That ' s when Wishing Star Publishing was born !
What is at the core of Wishing Star Publishing and how has your mission evolved over time ?
I started the house with one mission in mind : publish books that inspire kindness , inclusion , social awareness , understanding , empathy and discovery . This remains the mission to this day .
How does Wishing Star Publishing give back to the community ?
When The Self-Love Book was released , I decided that I wanted part of the proceeds of the book to be donated to a local organization that provides mental health supports and services to youth . CASA Mental Health is a fabulous Alberta organization and I knew that I wanted to support them . 10 % of the proceeds of every copy sold of The Self-Love Book are donated to this wonderful organization .
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