February Fourteen: 2/14

February Fourteen is a story about Valentine's Day--a celebration close to the protagonist's heart It is the debut of the Celebrate the HoliDates(TM) book series--stories told from a child's point of view. Each title in the collection is colorfully illustrated. Readers engage with playful text and vibrant pictures. A fun and simple word-search-question sets the book in motion. The quest to find the message within the story starts with the direction: Keep reading to find out A descriptive style and bright illustrations paint a picture of the season with a focus on the rituals of Valentine's Day. As the book ends, a ribbon-scrolled message rewards the word-seeking reader.

Each Celebrate the HoliDates(TM) book explores holidays throughout the year, orienting young readers to the calendar in general, the seasons, and holidays with specific dates.

About the Author
Kelley, María Felicia: - María Felicia Kelley discovered writing was a passion as a girl growing up in the suburbs of Washington, DC. Earning a degree in broadcast journalism from The Cronkite School at Arizona State University, María began her career in television as a writer and producer. She also has enjoyed time in front of the camera as a host and spokesperson. Today, she writes creatively with an eye toward children's stories and educational materials. The pandemic that began in 2020 moved María to focus her creative energy, bringing long-planned artistic works to life. Wife to a proud Greek American and mother to their three sons, María lives in a Southern California household with strong male energy and an assortment of ethnic identities. As a tri-racial mix, including African, European, and Native American bloods, María taps into the traditions of many cultures. Through much of her writing, she explores the intricacies of her family's racial heritage that is uniquely American. To learn more about María Felicia Kelley, visit her online at MariaFelicia.com.