Atmosphere Press is thrilled to announce that “A Tail Tale,” by Christine Kessides, has been honored with the Literary Titan Gold Book Award and a gold medal from Mom’s Choice Awards. This celebrated children’s picture book combines enchanting storytelling, valuable lessons in kindness and resilience, and stunning illustrations to create an unforgettable reading experience for young readers.
Released on January 7, 2025, A Tail Tale follows Wally, a young boy struggling to make friends in his new school. When his classmates prove unfriendly, Wally meets a magical Tailor who offers him a series of fantastical tails, each promising unique abilities. However, Wally soon learns that no tail can solve his problems. Along the way, he befriends a Snake, whose vulnerability and wisdom provide Wally with a fresh perspective on friendship and self-worth. As Wally discovers, true strength lies in individuality, empathy, and connection.
Critics and readers alike have embraced the story’s universal message of self-acceptance and its vibrant artistry. Literary Titan praised the book as “a heartwarming and beautifully illustrated picture book” with “whimsy, life lessons, and vibrant art.” BookLife described it as a “charming story of self-acceptance and friend-making,” while LitPick called it “a great book for young children who are feeling bullied or unaccepted at school.”
This debut children’s book promises to be a beloved classic, with a sequel, Tail Tale Too, slated for release later in 2025. A Tail Tale is available now on Kindle and in hardcover on Amazon and Barnes & Noble.
About the Author
Christine Kessides is the award-winning author of A Tail Tale and Magda, Standing, a Young Adult historical novel published by Bold Story Press in 2023. Christine first dreamed up the story of Wally and the magical Tailor while she was a student, but it wasn’t until the arrival of her first grandson—who loves a good story and happens to look like Wally—that she brought the tale to life. She lives in Maryland with her husband and cherishes time spent with her four children, two grandsons, and granddogs around the country.
To learn more about Christine Kessides and her work, visit christinekessidesauthor.com.
Follow Christine on Instagram @cfkauthor and on Facebook.
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