Kettering children's author finally launching book after lockdown delays

A Kettering children's author will finally be able to launch her new book after lockdown forced her to postpone her original launch and art exhibition.

Olivia Wilson launched 'A Froggit's Tale' in The Bean Hive on Friday (August 28). The story was inspired by local woodlands and countryside, in particular Warkton and Weekley Woods.

Olivia said: "I’m feeling really excited about the launch but obviously nervous about how it will be received. It feels good to finally have it out there!"

The story tells the tale of a Froggit, who embarks on an adventure to rescue his previous crystal, making friends along the way.

Olivia quit her arts and textiles teaching job in February to write full time, but found herself in March with a finished book but unable to launch because of lockdown.

She is now launching the book and some illustrations and sculptures inspired by the creatures and fauna of local woodlands. The creations will be in the window display of The Bean Hive.

Signed copies will be available at The Bean Hive but you can also buy online through Olivia's Etsy shop here.

You will also be able to buy custom book marks, art prints and some of the sculptures and artwork created for 'A Froggit's Tale' at The Bean Hive.

Message from the editor:

Thank you for reading this story on our website. While I have your attention, I also have an important request to make of you.

In order for us to continue to provide trusted local news on this free-to-read site, I am asking you to also please purchase a copy of our newspaper.

Our journalists are highly trained and our content is independently regulated by IPSO to some of the highest standards in the world. The dramatic events of 2020 are having a major impact on many of our local valued advertisers and consequently the advertising that we receive. We are now more reliant than ever on you helping us to provide you with news by buying a copy of our newspaper.

Thank you