Born different, the ugly duckling is mocked by his siblings, rejected by other ducks, and even shunned by his own mother. The sad little bird leaves home, starting a journey where he is jeered at and hunted as he struggles to survive on his own–only to discover that the identity he longed for was within him all along.
Carlene Szostak is a renowned speaker, educator, author, and consultant specializing in 2 genres: self-help and children's fiction.
As a children's book author, her rich stories are woven from the colorful tales and activities passed down by her father, each narrative a cherished gift of imagination and wisdom. The best-selling The Marshmallow Mystery. All the marshmallows have gone missing in this delicious book, leaving one little girl devastated. Jack, the little girl's beloved teddy bear, is determined to save the day by solving the sticky mystery.
Carlene lives in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, where she enjoys the three W's: weather, woods, and wine. She believes writing books can ignite change by shaping perspectives, inspiring action, and fostering empathy for generations.
