What if reading a fairytale could save your child's life?
Suicide is the second leading cause of death for teens. Did you know reading the right book to your child can set them up for emotional well-being? The Bella Santini Chronicles series provides tools and techniques for youths so they can safely navigate the complex emotions of their teen years.
Book Description
An ordinary teen girl stumbles into a fairy ceremony; is arrested and brought to the fairy kingdom, the Land of Everlasting Change. A world caught in the struggle between good and evil, where Queen Tatiana fights to keep the balance of power from tipping. Queen Tatiana spreads the message of truth, that fairies are emissaries of love. This gripping tale in a magical land crosses time and dimensions, bringing readers on a journey of self-discovery.
This book series seeks to plant seeds of wellness into the hearts and minds of every child who reads the books or has the books read to them. The seeds planted are unconditional love, inner peace, and emotional self-mastery.
Why is this book series important?
Suicide is now the second leading cause of death for young adults. The Substance Abuse Mental Health Services Agency (SAMHSA) states, the causes of suicide are complex and determined by multiple combinations of factors, such as mental illness, substance abuse, painful losses, exposure to violence, and social isolation. Social isolation has significantly increased under the Covid-19 lockdown. Underneath all of these issues are emotions with which the teens are unable to cope.
The Bella Santini Chronicles, a fairytale series aimed at ages 8-12, teaches children the importance of processing their emotions and gives them tools for emotional well-being. The book series delves into complex topics, such as child abandonment, bullying, sibling rivalry, and good vs. evil. Readers build emotional muscle and set a path of emotional well-being that allows them to navigate the difficult teen years without seeing suicide as a solution to their problems.
Parental Concerns
A concerned parent may ask, “How can a little fairytale book impact the teen suicide rate?” This is a valid question. As stated above, many of the factors leading to suicide are underscored by the inability to process emotions. Violence and isolation bring up strong feelings that can cause a teen to seek relief from their pain. Substance abuse or suicide are some of the escape methods chosen to relieve pain.
These books plant seeds; how to process their emotions, how to lift out of victim mentality, and how to find value in themselves; seeds planted before the children reach their teen years. The purpose behind these books is to provide children with an emotional well-being platform of balance and resilience that helps them navigate the teen years’ sometimes difficult terrain.
"When readers follow Bella Santini on her adventures, they learn that love is the answer, no matter what the question!"
"Bella Santini romances the English language with elegant descriptions of extraordinary experiences to remind us that love is not the answer - it's the Assignment! Life-altering brilliance!!"
"The Bella Santini Chronicles consist of engaging fairy tales that are a must-read for every family! Through the characters and scenarios, children can explore ways to build their resilience muscle so they can love their lives no matter the ups and downs. Parents and educators can use the tales as a catalyst for having important conversations with our kids."
"When I first read Angela's book I was transported back to the magickal time.. before I had a cell phone. I remember being 9 months pregnant with my first child reading Harry Potter books to him in my womb...FF 19 years and I have had the same magickal loving feeling when I read Angela's books. I am currently reading out loud to my 4th child, Jack who is 11, and he despite wanting to reach for an electronic is transfixed by Angela's magick via her books. Thank you so much, Angela!!!"
Coming Soon! The summertime release of Bella Santini's next adventure!
Bella Santini in the Troll War!
The adventure continues for young Bella Santini as she juggles learning how to use her inner magic with adjusting to daily life in the Land of Everlasting Change. Bella is kidnapped, then inadvertently becomes embroiled in the Troll War. Her involvement cements her place in the kingdom of the fairies, and Bella learns more about her heritage.