I happen to think that Twitter is
an interesting place to find books. There are plenty of authors who tweet info
about their books daily, myself included. A recent post of a children’s book
with a colorful cover caught my attention. My quick check revealed it had won
several awards and the author was a former Special Agent. (Hmmm, I wondered if our paths ever crossed in the Federal Government.)
After reading all the great
Five-Star reviews on Amazon, I knew Imagine
That: The Magic of the Mysterious Lights
by George Yuhasz would make a wonderful gift. There aren’t too many
children’s books that have a motivational message woven through the story … a
message that it’s never too early to set goals, and that an education is
important to reach those goals.
I bought the book and contacted
multi-award winning author George Yuhasz for an interview!
1. With your background, I would
have thought your first book would have been a thriller/espionage. But it
wasn’t, you wrote a children’s story. I’m curious. Why were you drawn to that genre?
I was inspired to write this
children’s book by my granddaughter. Her fascination with the night sky and its
celestial bodies was both infectious and provocative. The story was written not
only as a labor of love, but also in response to the opportunity to celebrate
the sense of wonder and awareness of young children. I hope that you and the
children you love enjoy this book.
2. What is unique about IMAGINE
THAT: THE MAGIC OF THE MYSTERIOUS LIGHTS?
It is a book enjoyed and found
meaningful by children and adults of all ages.
3. What surprised you the most
after writing this book?
As a neophyte author and without
any expectations, I decided to enter my book in some competitions to see how I
might fare. I have been really surprised and pleased that the book has been
recognized for literary excellence several times since publication in April
2019.
4. If you could tell your
younger writing self anything, what would it be?
Begin writing as soon as you can
and write about whatever you want.
5. Favorite book when you were a
kid?
“THE SECRET GARDEN” by Frances Hodgson Burnett.
6. What did you want to be when
you grew up?
A police detective or a
government agent.
7. Share something your readers
would not know about you.
I have always had a strong
interest in natural health. My grandmother was Native American and was a
healer. She taught me much about the power of nature and ritual. About fifteen
years ago, I decided to pursue formal training and became certified in several
modalities: Traditional Naturopathy; Reflexology; Clinical Hypnotherapy. I am
very proud of my herb and vegetable garden.
8. If you had to describe
yourself in three words, what would they be?
9. What else are you working on?
I’m currently working on a
suspense novel and another children’s book.
George Yuhasz is a former U.S.
government special agent and contractor, and has worked in the private sector
as a private investigator and security consultant. A graduate of American
University's Schools of International Service and Government, he also holds a
M.A. degree in psychology from the University of Northern Colorado.
George is a passionate advocate for
the preservation and protection of our natural world. A proud father and
grandfather, lifelong learner, and world traveler, he especially delights in
sharing with children and adults his knowledge and enthusiasm for appreciating
the joy and wonder of connecting with nature.
WINNER-Outstanding Children's Fiction
Illustrated Category
FINALIST-Children/Juvenile Fiction Category
Awarded by the Independent Author Network
2019 Book of the Year Awards
WINNER-GOLD MEDALIST Children's Books AGES
6-9
Awarded by the Wishing Shelf Book Awards -
2019
DISTINGUISHED FAVORITE - Children's
Inspirational Book Category
Awarded by the Independent Press Book
Awards - 2020
Indie B.R.A.G. MEDALLION HONOREE
Awarded by the Book Readers Appreciation
Group - 2020
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