New Children’s Book from Author Doug Cooper Available to Order

Snail & Butterfly by Doug Cooper & CJ the Kid

New Children’s Book from Doug Cooper aka Dougie Coop

The latest literary project from Doug Cooper, The Snail & The Butterfly, is a children’s  book in the juvenile fiction/animals and bug & spider books genres that emphasizes the importance of persevering through fear and the one-on-one connections we form throughout our lives in achieving our dreams. To differentiate his children’s books from his adult fiction, Doug is publishing The Snail & The Butterfly under the name of Dougie Coop, “a softer, gentler version”, as he describes, of the adventurous, poignant writer of literary thrillers that he is known by readers worldwide. With a thirty-year journey from ideation to publication, this story from Doug Cooper is making an exciting premiere in children’s literature. The new book is available for ordering wherever books are sold or use the following links to order from your favorite online retailer.

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Pre-Order The Snail & The Butterfly at IndieBound
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Pre-Order The Snail & The Butterfly at BAM
Pre-Order The Snail & The Butterfly by Dougie Coop at Barnes & Noble
Preorder The Snail & The Butterfly at Amazon UK
Preorder The Snail & The Butterfly at WH Smith
Buy The Snail & The Butterfly from Booktopia

Doug’s creative process for this book was a collaborative and iterative journey. He teamed up with the talented Australian artist CJ the Kid, who provided whimsical and playful illustrations that perfectly complement the story. Their collaboration spanned several years and multiple continents and has created the heartfelt book that is The Snail & The Butterfly.

Order your copy from your local book store by showing the following info or using the order links above.

Doug Cooper Children's Book in Juvenile Fiction/Animals

AVAILABLE IN HARDCOVER JUVENILE FICTION/ANIMALS

9781644283653 | US $16.00 | 10 x 10 in. | 42 pp.

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Doug Cooper & Rare Bird Books

The Snail & The Butterfly is the latest book by Doug Cooper published by Rare Bird Books, adding to their storied history of collaboration. From gripping psychological thrillers to this new venture in children’s literature, Rare Bird is delighted and honored to announce this forthcoming publication from Doug Cooper. With The Snail in the Butterfly, Doug Cooper and Rare Bird want to transport young readers on an enchanting adventure and nurture a love for books in all forms. 

 Doug Cooper is a seasoned author with a diverse writing portfolio. With a wealth of publishing experience, he has honed his craft, delivering captivating and introspective narratives in different voices and mediums. The Snail & The Butterfly, a delightful creation by Doug Cooper, offers a unique and engaging story that transcends age barriers.Enhanced by CJ the Kid’s winsome illustrations, this book sparks meaningful discussions on personal development,human connections, and the transformative power of embracing life’s obstacles. Its universal themes resonate with readers, inviting them to explore profound ideas and find inspiration within its pages.

Author Doug Cooper Releases Children's Book in Juvenile Fiction/Animals

Artist CJ the Kid

CJ the Kid is the talented artist and illustrator behind the captivating visuals of The Snail & The Butterfly. CJ’s artistic journey started in childhood, and in 2011, he decided to explore drawing and painting more deeply while living and performing as a dancer in Las Vegas where he met Doug Cooper while he was working on his second novel The Investment Club set in downtown Las Vegas.

Artist CJ the Kid Illustrator for Doug Cooper Children's Book in Juvenile Fiction/Animals

Based in Sydney, CJ’s art is emotionally charged, reflecting his life experiences. The snail, butterfly, and mushroom characters featured in the book have been recurring figures in his work over the years from doodling to wall art to paintings. When Doug Cooper approached him with the idea for the children’s book, CJ saw the potential and agreed to collaborate on the project.

Despite the distance and time difference after they both returned to their native homes, CJ and Dougie Coop found their rhythm, exchanging imaginative ideas. To CJ, the snail and butterfly represent pure imagination, freedom, and playfulness.

With CJ the Kid’s talent and Dougie Coop’s storytelling, The Snail & The Butterfly is a magical collaboration that sparks the imagination and resonates with readers of all ages.

The Snail And The Butterfly is available to order wherever books are sold and scheduled for release by Author Doug Cooper and Rare Bird Books on August 9, 2023. Visit the Snail & Butterfly Shop for stickers, T-Shirts, hats, and other fun merchandise.

 

Footprints In The Sand

Footprints In The Sand

Footprints in the sand.
Remnants of the past.
Portending to man,
Life can never last.

Trudging down the beach.
Our steps have shortened.
What we tried to reach,
So unimportant.

Waves grab at our feet.
Draw us to the source.
Signaling our retreat,
Washing away our course.

Sunrise on our backs.
Shadows extended.
Slowing in our tracks,
The path has ended.

The sole mark of worth
When we leave this land.
Life that we gave birth.
Footprints in the sand.

Three Ways During The Holidays To Enjoy Outside In

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Have that hard to buy for person on your list? Perhaps Outside In, the winner of the 2014 International Book Award for Literary Fiction and the USA Best Book Award for Literary Fiction, is the perfect gift for them. Choose from one of three formats: hard cover to ebook to audio book and give the gift the gift that keeps on giving. Whether they’ll spend the holidays at the beach, slopes, or cabin in the woods, Outside In is the perfect traveling companion.

Holiday Special: Outside In For $2.99!

Outside In In honor of winning the International Book Award and the USA Book News Award for Literary Fiction this year, all ebooks for Kindle, Nook, and iBooks are on special for $2.99 during the holidays. That’s less than your grande, half-caff, triple, three-pump, nonfat, sugar-free, extra whip, caramel macchiato. Don’t have an ereader? Download their apps for your PCs or mobile devices.

Outside In also makes a wonderful holiday gift. All the sites offer the ability to gift the books to anyone with an email address. Show someone just how much you care by giving them an opportunity to escape all their family drama and pursue the endless summer with Brad and all the other wacky characters at Put-in-Bay.

 

Cooper’s Outside In Wins USA Book News Award

USA Best BookUSABookNews.com, the premier online magazine featuring mainstream and independent publishing houses, announced Outside In the winner of the 2014 USA Best Book Award for Literary Fiction on November 12, 2014. Awards were presented for titles published in 2012-2014.The 2014 results represent a mix of books from a wide array of publishers throughout the United States.

Winners and finalists traversed the publishing landscape: Simon & Schuster, Penguin, John Wiley & Sons, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, Kensington Books, Harlequin, McGraw-Hill, Llewellyn, Yale University Press, Cornell University Press, University of Missouri Press, White House Historical Association, Wisconsin Historical Society Press, American Bar Association and hundreds of independent houses contributed to this year’s outstanding competition.

USABookNews.com is an online publication providing coverage for books from mainstream and independent publishers to the world online community.

This is the second award Outside In has won this year for best literary fiction, adding to the International Book Award received in May.

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