Unnaturally Blue

By Dorson Plourde, Byron Eggenschwiler (Illustrator)

A young swimmer's panic leads her on a surreal journey to embrace her true self.

3.7/5 Goodreads · 34 ratings

48 pages

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Bookroo's summary

In a crowded pool, a young swimmer's panic propels her into a surreal world beneath the water. As she navigates this swampy realm, she learns to embrace her true self, even the parts she once feared. Her return inspires others to do the same, sparking a journey of self-acceptance and understanding. Dive into this dreamlike tale of big feelings and personal discovery.

From the publisher

A richly imagined picture book about finding your way back to yourself.A young swimmer panics in a crowded community pool, and it feels like there isn’t even any room for her tears. Out of place where she was once at home, the girl swims down, down, into the deepest deep … and embarks on a surrealist journey to the swampy world under the under. As she rests there with her feelings, the girl finds power in embracing who she is - even the swampiest parts. And her triumphant return to the pool inspires the other children to be their truest selves, too.This dreamlike picture book models creative ways for children - and adults - to visualize and understand their big feelings and accept their inner selves. Award-winning illustrator Byron Eggenschwiler is at his imaginative best, delivering art that pairs beautifully with author Dorson Plourde’s poetic magical realism.

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