by Deanna McRae (Illustrator), Karen a. Gasperini (Author)
Come join five-year-old disabled girl Arianna again this time on a magical journey under the sea. Where her "Magic Boots," which are Ankle-foot orthosis (AFOs) and sneakers become a mermaid tail that helps her swim to a new adventure and meet some mermaid friends. All she has to do is close her eyes and stomp three times and say "Away we go" and the adventure begins.
Author Biography
Karen A. Gasperini has been telling stories to children for many years. She just recently started to publish her stories for all to enjoy. Her series "Arianna's Magic Boots," are all based on her daughter Arianna and herself from their experience as a child. Arianna who is now fifteen shares the same rare genetic disorder called Beals syndrome as her mother Karen. They also have severe scoliosis, anxiety, asthma, and club feet. Karen has been spreading awareness about her disability to help everyone understand we're all special in some way and you should never let anyone or anything stop you from shining. "Always Believe in yourself."