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In Shirley Pugh’s new children’s storybook, currently being published, this harmonious sea tale reveals a world where every creature—big or small—has a place.
Aquaria, curious and the middle child of eleven siblings, longs to experience the excitement and joy of human cheerleading.
To follow her dream, she must gain the approval of the wise Sea Council, including her Majestic Father and her Uncle Zeus, who walks among humans in disguise and offers guidance from the clouds.
Her protective brother, Wisdom, along with her seahorse brothers who guard the Crystal Palace, forbids her journey. Yet two of her sisters—Blissful, who embodies joy, and Luminaria, who shines as a guiding light—choose to join her.
Together, they set out on a journey that reveals what humanity truly needs most.
Told from the perspective of a wise turtle named Thorn, who bridges the sea and the land, this story becomes a powerful tale of bravery, discovery, and unity—bringing together beings of many differences to create a peaceful and thriving world.
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Watch this story come to life as it inspires us all to create a world where everyone can thrive—starting now.
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