A children’s book about determination, grit, and following your dream.
For Ages 3-10
A book for the brave kiddo in your life.
Why must sloths always be so slow and sleepy?
Sebastian is a young sloth who loves anything with speed. He yearns to run fast. Yet he is consistently told that his dream is impossible. Sloths are slow and sleepy; that is the way sloths have always been and that is the way they will always be. This answer is not good enough for Sebastian and he seeks the help of a jaguar who he admires for his speed. Jett Jaguar is a personal trainer who coaches Sebastian into shape.
Will Sebastian be prepared for an upcoming race? Will other animals laugh at him?
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"I want Sebastian again mama."
Jackson, age 3
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"A story to which all young children can relate. This is a must-have character education book for every early childhood library. "
Sarah Bailey, Kindergarten Teacher
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"A wonderful story about the glory that comes from working hard in pursuit of your dream. A fun read for all the believers out there!"
Bridget Best, Mom
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About the Author
Jessica Brierley is a former kindergarten and first-grade teacher. She loves fiction and children’s books. She has a BA in English literature from Trinity College in Hartford, Connecticut, and a MA in education from Bank Street College of Education in New York City.
She is a serial reader and spends much of her free time devouring novels and perusing bookstores. She enjoys writing fiction as well. It has always been a dream of hers to not only write a children’s book, but to publish one of her creations and have it land on a bookshelf for the world to read. She’s very happy to realize this dream with her first published book, SEBASTIAN, THE SPEEDY SLOTH.
Jessica grew up in Marin County, California and now lives in Rye, New York with her husband and three children. They enjoy running around but they also enjoy a good sloth-like nap!
About the Illustrator
Annica Lydenberg is the founder and creative director of Dirty Bandits, a design studio dedicated to delivering agency-quality creative for brands that care. Annica’s work is fueled by her deep appreciation for type, love of storytelling, and a dedication to social good. She specializes in hand lettering, design, and illustration. Annica currently lives in Brooklyn with her kiddo, Jackson, and their dog Barnaby.
Events
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J Anderson's Books
Reading of Sebastian the Speedy Sloth with Jessica Brierley
Sunday, April 7th @ 1:00
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Past and Upcoming Readings
Arcade Books Rye, NY 12/11/22
Milton School Rye, NY 12/6/22
Rye Presbyterian Nursery School Rye, NY 2/2/23
Early Childhood Center Rye, NY 2/10/23
Regina’s Daycare Brooklyn, NY 2/15/23
Rye Arts Center Rye, NY 3/11/23
Greenwich Academy Book Fair Greenwich, CT 4/16/23
Daniel Warren Elementary Mamaroneck, NY 5/1/23
Milton School Rye, NY 5/9/23
Osborn School Rye, NY 5/15/23
Greenwich Academy Greenwich, CT 5/15/23
Catherine Cook School Chicago, IL 5/25/23
Rye Free Reading Room Rye, NY 09/16/23
Watershed Literary Festival Rye, NY 10/01/23
Brunswick Book Fair Greenwich, CT 11/5/23
Washington Market School Book Fair NY, NY 11/15/23
Chatsworth Elementary School Larchmont, NY 01/17/24
Little Friends Learning Loft Newburgh, NY 4/5/24
J. Anderson’s Books Larchmont, NY 4/7/24
Golden Hour Bookstore Newburgh, NY 4/27/24