Long before Emmy Award-winning journalist, pilot, and philanthropist Lauren Sánchez Bezos was a NY Times bestselling children’s book author, she was a little girl with big dreams. Growing up in Albuquerque, New Mexico, she looked to her father, a former flight instructor, and dreamed of one day becoming a pilot. Watching him ignited Lauren’s passion for aviation. After a long career in journalism, Lauren finally got her pilot’s license in her 40s—proving you are never too old to chase your dreams. Years later, Lauren can see her own kids looking to the sky with wonder. That experience as a mom, coupled with her love of storytelling and adventure, motivated Lauren to write The Fly Who Flew series. Lauren hopes this new adventure will inspire kids to follow their dreams and see that learning differences can be a superpower.
Raleigh Stewart is a multi-disciplined creative artist with over 25 years of experience in Hollywood’s entertainment industry. With a diverse skill set that includes Art direction, broadcast motion graphics, title design, illustration, oil painting, prop making, model making, bladesmithing, fabrication, and wood & leather craft, Raleigh brings a fresh and innovative perspective to every project. Throughout his career, Raleigh has collaborated with major studios such as Lucasfilm, Disney, Warner Brothers, Universal, Studio Ghibli, Paramount, Amazon, Netflix, Apple, Playtone, CNN and many more. His work has been recognized by respected publications, including multiple Clio awards for his work with CNN and Lucasfilm.
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"A delightful follow-up to the New York Times bestselling The Fly Who Flew to Space! Follow Flynn the fly on an unforgettable glow-in-the-dark adventure under the sea!"
– USA TODAY
“Lauren Sanchez Bezos's delightful story sparks curiosity and a sense of adventure for young readers. Her tale is inspiring the next generation of explorers to think and dream big!”
– Clay Mowry, CEO of American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics
"The Fly Who Flew Under the Sea is a magical adventure that sparks curiosity and confidence in children. As a mother, I love stories that inspire young readers to explore, dream big, and discover that even an unexpected path can lead to the most extraordinary places when you stay true to yourself. Lauren has outdone herself on this one!"
– Eva Longoria, Actor, Director, Producer
"But perhaps the most beautiful thing about The Fly Who Flew Under the Sea is its quiet, powerful message: getting lost is not always failure — sometimes it is the beginning of something unexpected and beautiful."
– Grand Magazine
"The New York Times Bestselling Author transforms life lessons, wonder, and a spirit of exploration into stories that encourage kids to believe in themselves."
– ¡HOLA!
"I love how Lauren’s books encourage kids to believe in their power, their voice, and their imagination. Her stories, The Fly Who Flew to Space and now The Fly Who Flew Under the Sea, show them they can do anything — that’s the kind of message every child deserves to hear. My children love these books!"
– Khloé Kardashian
"Flynn the Fly represents a spirit of bold exploration and imagination we love to encourage in our children, while also helping them cultivate a love of nature and all its wonders. It’s a beautiful story with a powerful message, and I can’t wait to see where Flynn’s adventures go next."
– Jessica Seinfeld, Founder Good+Foundation, Author
"My kids love their reading time, and they are so excited to be following Flynn the Fly on her next adventure. This incredible book really encourages kids to lean into their imagination, while also teaching them about our planet and the amazing world around them. It’s beautiful storytelling and life lessons all wrapped into one."
– Ashley Graham, Supermodel and Entrepreneur
"A fun and informative read from cover to cover. . ."
– Midwest Book Review
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