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About the Book
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Something terrible is happening to the beautiful city of Picturia, as the dreaded Ig unleashes The HAZE upon its unsuspecting citizens, spreading apathy and indifference to every street corner. Ig wants to ruin Picturia while no one is paying attention.
When five girls move into Bad Manor, no one knows that they have special powers. But soon, mysterious shapes appear in the upstairs window of Bad Manor, and Picturians begin to see, hear, taste, smell, and feel many new and strange sensations. Will Ig’s evil plan unfold, or will the Bad Manor Girls save the city? With tongue-in-cheek humour reminiscent of classic Roald Dahl, The Bad Manor Girls Save Picturia is a delightfully engaging picture book, serving a much-needed reminder for all of us to wake up and admire the roses! |
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About the Author
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Diane Johnson has a BA Honours Psychology from the University of Victoria. While at UVic in the early 1970s, Diane lived in a six-bedroom character house in Oak Bay, on the outskirts of Victoria, British Columbia, with four other students. The experience of living in this shared home and idyllic municipality, combined with a growing awareness of Eastern spirituality and the emerging environmental movement, provided inspiration for the original version of The Bad Manor Girls Save Picturia.
Diane, also known as Amethyst, currently lives in a small town near a large lake in beautiful British Columbia, where she enjoys Scrabble, Sudoku, pickleball, and being outdoors, especially when she is by the water. |
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It's an absolutely amazing book. It's about waking up and embracing the beauty of our earth. Noticing what is around you. Not taking everything for granted and walking around with your face down not looking. Also about making sure we keep our earth looking beautiful and pristine, otherwise it will disappear. "Wake up people and Smell the Daisies!" We don't want The Haze (smog) to envelop our valleys so we can't see the mountains, or sun or stars. It's a message!!! I think the illustrations are beautiful and she's captured the essence of Picturia and its residents. Such quaint names too. Mr. and Mrs. Pottlebog. Love it!!
As a former teacher it is an excellent classroom learning tool. It will promote discussion and get those young minds thinking!!
—Anne Marie P, former teacher
Diane Johnson’s The Bad Manor Girls Save Picturia is probably best enjoyed by readers transitioning from picture books to longer books given the balance of text and pictures. However, the message of centering oneself in the present moment and appreciating your senses can be enjoyed by readers of any age.
Johnson has crafted a whimsical tale that is bolstered by a sincere grounding message and technique. Although targeted at preschoolers and early readers, the eclectic art, exploration of senses, and heroically creative female characters will appeal to all.
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Media Features
Salmon Arm Observer
Salmon Arm author publishes picture book 50 years in the making
'Somehow I retained it all those years, thanks partly to my mom who typed it out for me back in the day'
Nov 07, 2024
It could be said Diane Johnson's new book, The BAD MANOR GIRLS Save Picturia, was about 50 years in the making.
Released in June, the picture book follows five girls who move into Bad Manor, located in Picturia where the dreaded Ig has unleashed THE HAZE upon its unsuspecting citizens. The girls use their special powers to help people better connect with the world around them and drive back THE HAZE.
Salmon Arm author publishes picture book 50 years in the making
'Somehow I retained it all those years, thanks partly to my mom who typed it out for me back in the day'
Nov 07, 2024
It could be said Diane Johnson's new book, The BAD MANOR GIRLS Save Picturia, was about 50 years in the making.
Released in June, the picture book follows five girls who move into Bad Manor, located in Picturia where the dreaded Ig has unleashed THE HAZE upon its unsuspecting citizens. The girls use their special powers to help people better connect with the world around them and drive back THE HAZE.
Castanet - Salmon Arm
Salmon Arm author publishes children's story she wrote more than 50 years ago
Nov 15, 2024
“It's a fairly simple story that children will enjoy, but it's also about being aware through tuning into your senses, what you see, what you hear, and so on," Johnson said.
Through living in Oak Bay in the 1970s, Johnson said her story was inspired by the burgeoning environmental movement as well as a new understanding of eastern spirituality.
The book features themes of appreciating the world around you and using your senses to centre yourself in the moment.
Salmon Arm author publishes children's story she wrote more than 50 years ago
Nov 15, 2024
“It's a fairly simple story that children will enjoy, but it's also about being aware through tuning into your senses, what you see, what you hear, and so on," Johnson said.
Through living in Oak Bay in the 1970s, Johnson said her story was inspired by the burgeoning environmental movement as well as a new understanding of eastern spirituality.
The book features themes of appreciating the world around you and using your senses to centre yourself in the moment.
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Dec 01, 2024
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Dec 01, 2024
Our December giveaway is open and we're unwrapping the magic of storytelling! This month features 20 extraordinary books by indie authors that will keep you hooked from cover to cover. Suspense, romance, fantasy, or thrillers—there’s a perfect page-turner waiting for you! 📚✨
Currently open for residents of the United States and Canada.
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