Sande Sonke – illustratör

Lolly the Lobster gets swept up in a storm and is stuck in the woods, not knowing what to do. She is brave enough to continue to ask for help from the forest animals, after being shunned by several because she doesn''t belong. She finally finds some friends that are compassionate and they help her find her way home back to her family and the sea.

Lolly''s adventure is a tale of whimsy meant to foster kindness, compassion, and understanding that is OK to be different. Through Lolly''s eyes, readers explore the importance of approaching others with an open heart and mind. As Lolly navigates the challenges of feeling left out and finding friendship in an unlikely place, the story becomes a beacon of hope, reminding us that connecting with those that are different than us can truly make the world kinder and better.