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Moni Ritchie Hadley, a half-Japanese, military brat bounced back and forth from the USA to Japan as a child. Daydreaming was a favorite pastime. She received a BA in Psychology at UCLA and later became a home/hospital teacher for the LAUSD, where she taught students with medical needs. Today she lives in Los Angeles, where she turns her sky-gazing daydreams into stories for children.
Also published in Highlights Magazine, THE STAR FESTIVAL is her picture book debut.

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Average rating: 4.2 · 543 ratings · 187 reviews · 4 distinct works • Similar authors

	The Star Festival by Moni Ritchie Hadley (Goodreads Author), Mizuho Fujisawa (Illustrations) 4.05 avg rating — 369 ratings — 4 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Miso Magic by Moni Ritchie Hadley (Goodreads Author), Mizuho Fujisawa (Illustrator) 4.42 avg rating — 119 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Anzu and the Art of Friendship by Moni Ritchie Hadley (Goodreads Author), Nathalia Takeyama (Illustrator) 4.78 avg rating — 54 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	AANHPI Celebrations and Heritage Collection Grades 1-2 by Moni Ritchie Hadley (Goodreads Author), Chitra Soundar (Goodreads Author), Sylvia Whitman (Goodreads Author) it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 1 rating	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars

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Chasing the Light by Amanda Davis

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This beautifully written and illustrated poetic book is truly a gift for all who read it. Davis' verses evoke a sense of wonder and connection to the natural world. Thoughtfully crafted pages and stunning illustrations immerse readers in a heartfelt love letter from nature, inviting them to pause, reflect, and appreciate the beauty that s Read more of this blog post »

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This beautifully written and illustrated poetic book is truly a gift for all who read it. Davis' verses evoke a sense of wonder and connection to the natural world. Thoughtfully crafted pages and stunning illustrations immerse readers in a heartfelt ...more
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An inspiring book for families welcoming new babies. Rich in culture and beautifully illustrated, it offers a meaningful perspective on the art of naming a baby.
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A heartfelt rhyming book that chronicles the relationship between a growing boy and his father. It is perfect for Father's Day and baby showers, serving as a lifelong reminder of the important role a father plays in a boy's life. ...more
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When Santiago, a young boy, moves from the city to the countryside, he makes a wish to a familiar star constellation for a friend. This imaginative and beautifully illustrated story by Lisa Johnston Hancock explores themes of friendship, new beginnin ...more
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