Self-Confident Sandy

by Sally Huss, Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino

Sandy was full of self-confidence. Where did it come from? She could do anything, but why? Ah, she had a special mantra that she used to explain herself. “”You may ask me why I can do anything I try… and the only answer can be: all these things are inside me!’ Yes, I can do most anything. Once I set my mind and heart to it, I find that there is nothing to it. Still, I keep my mantra handy,” explained Self-Confident Sandy!

36 pages, Paperback

Published January 1, 2020

About the author

For years I have wanted to do what I am doing now -- writing and illustrating my children's books. Electronic drawing pads and e-books have made it possible for me to create and publish my own books -- and do so in quantity. In the past, Harcourt Brace, Ten Speed Press, Thomas Nelson had only published a few.

The books were always squeezed in between art I needed to do to fill 26 Sally Huss Galleries (my degree was from USC in Fine Art); and licensing demands for clothing, greeting cards (American Greetings), purses, bibs, dinnerware, wallpaper; and the daily King Features Syndicated inspirational panel I do for newspapers called Happy Musings.

Through the years my art and writings have found their way into homes from Hollywood to The White House and perhaps even your house or your mother's.

Along with art, I have had a long history with tennis. In fact I was raised to be a champion (U.S. Junior and Wimbledon Champion, then a semi-finalist in the women's division at Wimbledonin singles and doubles). Later I became one of the top senior players in the country. This experience lead to my writing and illustrating a couple of books on the game -- EIGHT GOLDEN RULES FOR HOW TO PLAY YOUR BEST TENNIS (endorsed by Billie Jean King, Mary Carrillo, Dick Enberg, etc.) and LOVE LADIES LEAGUE TENNIS.

I mostly read the books of the French Philosopher Omraam Mikhael Aivanhov. For me, these present the clearest and most practical explanation of life and man's structure in it that I've come across. These light-filled pages send my heart soaring and give me food for my present work.

Presently I write, illustrate and paint in my Solana Beach, California studio where I live with my husband Marv. I also still play a bit of tennis and walk the beach daily.

Reviews

[P.S. Winn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sometimes it is hard to have the self confidence we need. It is even harder for children. The problem is tackled in this special book with it's whimsical drawings that kids will love as much as their parents and grandparents will. I am always happy to see a new book come out by this author. She has a way of knowing what children love and understanding their needs and how to solve them.

[Barbara Ann · Rating 5 out of 5]

When Sandy is asked what she can do, her answer is anything. At first glance that might seem like hyperbole, but Sandy means it. She is not afraid to try. Sally can cook, write, sing, dance, run, hike, cook, paint, draw, and help others in ways too many to count. What is her secret? Sandy believes that she has the potential locked inside of her. If she believes in herself and tries hard, she succeeds. The best part of this book is the lesson that each child has that same potential.

This book contains attractive multicultural illustrations. It contains easy to understand crisp rhymes. A fun way to inspire elementary school-age readers to soar to new heights.

I received a copy of this book from the publisher and voluntarily decided to read and review with my honest opinions for no compensation.

[Gerard Omar · Rating 5 out of 5]

A wonderful book

This is wonderful book about self confidence for children. I loved reading it with my son and daughter. A great read.