Maren Morris is stepping away from the mic for a second to delve into authorship. Following within the footsteps of different nation music artists turned authors like Dolly Parton and Jimmie Allen, her kids’s e-book will give attention to inclusion, illustration, and acceptance of others.
The “My Church” singer co-wrote the youngsters’s image e-book — Addie Ant Goes on an Journey — with author, educator and Morris’ finest good friend, Karina Argow.
The e-book, revealed by Chronicle Chroma, additionally options illustrations by Kelly Anne Dalton.
“Inspiring others by phrases and lyrics is a lifelong ardour of mine,” Morris stated in a press release. “To have the ability to give again to younger learners on this approach, to instill in them at a younger age a deep love for the world round them provides me nice hope for the longer term.”
After studying to Morris’ 3½-year-old son, Hayes, the buddies determined that they need to write their very own image e-book — one that would contact the hearts of kids and adults alike, in addition to work to instill an appreciation and love for the outside.
The e-book follows Addie Ant as she embarks on her first solo journey and travels from backyard to backyard.
She meets insect buddies alongside the way in which and learns themes like friendship, inclusivity and independence.
“I’m trying ahead to this being the beginning of many adventures for Addie Ant, who I do know will develop into a beloved kids’s character,” Morris informed Individuals.
“We’re excited to publish this delightfully written and superbly illustrated kids’s e-book,” stated Gloria Fowler, publishing director of Chronicle Chroma Publishing,
“Morris and Argow have created a captivating story concerning the day within the lifetime of a curious and courageous little ant that inhabits an unlimited and magical backyard.”
Anybody who follows Morris’ profession is aware of that themes like variety and inclusion align completely together with her total messaging. Morris has been an outspoken ally for the LGBTQIA+ group, a supporter of physique constructive messaging and psychological well being consciousness.
When rightwing lawmakers in Tennessee tried to ban drag exhibits, she clapped again by inviting a number of widespread drag performers on stage. She additionally referred to as out fellow nation singer, Jason Aldean and his spouse, Brittany Aldean, for being transphobic. Morris referred to Aldean’s spouse as “revolt Barbie” in a viral tweet, which is ideal and hilarious.
Addie Ant Goes on an Journey shall be revealed within the spring of 2024.
