Spring is here!

I've been planning many things in the background with Eddy.

Looking at ways to create the right merchandise, launch a new short story and work with teachers and Adoption UK to launch a primary school resource pack.

It has been a whirlwind of fun and excitement all the way.

I have been thrilled with people's support and ongoing encouragement and just love getting messages from parents saying how much my stories have made a difference to their children. I have gained many new writer friends and want to give special thanks to Michael Heppell for encouraging me to believe in myself.

If you ever have any ideas then I would love to hear them.

Thank you for being flamingo fabulous!

Welcome!

Hello. I'm Sarah.

Thanks for coming to say hello. I'm an adoptive mummy to a beautiful son and in 2020 decided to write a book for him. This then turned into something much more and I now want to make sure I can make a difference and help many more families.

The response to my first book Eddy Finds a Family has been beyond my dreams and I'm now thrilled to be launching my second book Eddy Feels at Home. I love knowing my stories are touching the hearts of children and I'm passionate about helping adoptive families and giving them as much support as I can.

Writing my first book was a life changing experience. I loved every moment and each step I took made me more determined to get my story out into the world. My son is my motivator and chief editor. It means so much to be able to give him this gift.

My writing keeps me upbeat and focused. My creative side is alive and it feels great. I have big plans for The Flamingo Family and want to give Eddy wings so he can fly and be recognised in many households. I also want to encourage new writers to fulfil their dreams of creating their own book. I'm excited to have recently started taking clients as a book coach. If you would like to know more than please visit Write Now Coaching.

My favourite Disney quote that inspires me every day is, “All our dreams can come true if we have the courage to pursue them.”

The Flamingo Family
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Eddy Feels at Home

Signed copies available.

Officially endorsed by Adoption UK.

The second book in the series gives children a real insight into adoption. Flossy and Frank Flamingo are excited to be parents. Eddy Emu is moving in with his mummy and daddy. Follow this wonderful new family on their emotional journey as they get to know one another, learn more about adoption and settle into their home together.

"Helps to explain the early stages of adoption"

Dr Sue Armstrong-Brown, CEO Adoption UK

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Eddy Finds a Family

Signed hardbacks are available to purchase here.

Softbacks are available to buy on Amazon.

Eddy Finds a Family is the first in a series of books, which takes the sensitive and emotional subject of adoption and makes it fun and engaging for children to enjoy. Flossy and Frank Flamingo are unable to have a chick of their own. Eddy Emu is in foster care and in need of a loving home. A charming and engaging story about adoption that follows their journey as they find each other and become a family. 

"Heart-warming story with a colourful cast of characters"

Dr Sue Armstrong Brown, CEO Adoption UK

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Eddy's Short Stories

Eddy Meets The Educated Pheasant

Eddy is excited to be spending Christmas with his grandparents. It starts to snow and Eddy goes on an adventure with Grandad Fred. They come across a curious colourful bird called The Educated Pheasant who is having problems with his books.

Please click here for Eddy Meets The Educated Pheasant story.

Eddy Loves The Seaside

Eddy has always loved the water. One day Eddy decids to share his secret scrap book with Flossy and Frank as he had always dreamt of visiting the seaside. Then starts a new adventure.

Please click here for the Eddy Loves The Seaside story.

Eddy Private Eye

One of Eddy's favourite things was pretending to be a private eye. Eddy had been living with Flossy and Frank for six months and they wanted to mark the occasion with a special surprise for him. Join Eddy as he gets dressed up in his new private eye detective kit and starts searching for his hidden presents.

Please click here for the Eddy Private Eye story

An engaging and sensitively written book

I have an author signed copy of the hardback book and I love it. It is colourful and engaging, brightly illustrated and sensitively written. It offers a heartwarming story about the adoption of Eddy the Emu. It covers the topics of biological parents, social workers, foster carers and adoptive parents which will enable children to identify with their own adoption story. The book will aid useful discussion and questions on the subject of adoption for all children.

Lorna Vyse

A fantastic, well told story

I was lucky enough to get a signed hardback copy of this book. As an adoptive parent myself, I found this to be a beautifully crafted tale of adoption that will help many children who are on an adoption journey themselves. The colourful artwork brings the characters to life and will help children engage and understand the adoption process in a simple, gentle manner.

Nick Finney

Was I lost? A wonderful insight

Eddy Finds a Family is a fantastic story about adoption. A brilliant way to show children that families are created in many different ways. The wonderfully bright illustrations bring to life the story of Eddy. It’s special as it shows how the prospective parents are feeling too. I liked how you can appreciate the role of foster carers, social workers and friends to bring a family together. This book would be a fun great addition to a school library. Hope we hear more from Eddy!

Kerry Crichton

Heartfelt and uplifting

This is such a brilliant way to share the emotional ups and downs of adoption. Brilliant writing and lovely illustrations. Lots for children to find on the pages and a gentle way to start conversations. I'm really looking forward to meeting Eddy again and learning more on future adventures.

Michael Heppell

Buy it! Kids really relate to it!

This book is amazing. Having recently adopted I was struggling to find books which mentioned adoption in a positive child friendly way. As I was reading my daughter was saying `Eddy has a foster carer like me` and `that's like me and my brother' she was genuinely excited it related to their lives. I'm so thankful for this book. I would also recommend to social workers wishing to introduce the idea of a `new family` to a child. Honestly buy it! You wont regret it!

Marie Imm