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Cynthia Kern OBrien is the author of the "A True Story by Granny" Book Series:
• "I Used to be a Fairy": Be helpful and remember to look up!
• "The Tooth Fairy and the Baby Elf": Always be kind and apologize when you should.
• "I Don’t want to go to Preschool": Good things can come from new experiences!
Early on her book series became a Readers Favorite and multi-award-winning recipient: New York Big Book Award Distinguished Favorite, Independent Press Award, American Book Fest Parenting and Family Recommended, 2020 American Fiction Award Children’s Picture Book, Readers’ Favorite International Book Award, Winner and Story Monsters Approved, School Life Category, 1st Place Story Monsters Royal Dragonfly, Parenting Award, 1st Place Story Monsters Purple Dragonfly Award, Picture Books 6 & Older
OBrien finds inspiration for her writing in her grandchildren and their worldview, aspiring to teach young readers caring, and kindness for people, and animals of all stripes.
She resides in California with her husband and Yorkshire mix, Pickles.
Reviewed by Anne-Marie Reynolds for Readers' Favorite
I Used to be a Fairy... a true story told by Granny by Cindy OBrien is a children’s picture book. Chloe loved to spend time with her Granny, they had so much fun together. But Chloe had noticed that, whenever her Granny hugged or kissed her, she sparkled and Chloe guessed that Granny used to be a fairy. So, one day she asked her Granny about it. Fairies are not supposed to reveal their secrets but she can’t lie to Chloe so she tells the truth – yes, she was a fairy but now she’s in human form again because she missed her family. Chloe desperately wants to be a fairy, she wants to fly all over the place but Granny tells her she’s too young. But she lets Chloe into a secret, one that will help her prepare to be a fairy when she’s old enough. Can you guess what that secret is?
I Used to be a Fairy... a true story told by Granny by Cindy OBrien is a wonderful picture storybook for kids and it isn’t just about fairies. This is a clearly written story with nice illustrations to accompany the text, telling Granny’s story about how she used to be a fairy. It is to the point and puts across the message that we reap what we sow – do good things in life and good things will come to you, help others in need before yourself. Perhaps a message for a few adults as well as teaching children! This is a short story that all kids will love, written in language suited to its audience and highly recommended for kids – and adults – of all ages.
