Seen

"While the story is appealing and fresh when taken at face value, there are tremendously important underlying messages for young people on every page...The author provides four essential tips for being a good friend, as Elisha was for Ariana. Ratu Megawangi's beguiling illustrations complement the text perfectly, maintaining an upbeat tone that does not obscure the story's deeper meanings. A link to the author's website, complete with a QR code, adds a much-welcome interactive component to the book. Seen by C.M. Harris is both an engaging story and an essential primer for children seeking to understand nuanced human interactions."

--- Reviewed by Golder Hazelton for Readers' Favorite, 5-STAR REVIEW

'"Seen by C M Harris is a marvelous story of friendship with some beautiful illustrations by Ratu Megawangi. This is a heartwarming tale of the adventures two best friends can have, a cute story with some lovely characters. But it's also about the connection between friends and how what seem like small acts of kindness are actually very important. When it comes down to it, the most important thing for Ariana was to be seen, to be accepted as part of society, and for her best friend to see her for who she was. There is much to learn here for children, mainly that no matter who we are or what we look like, we are all human and deserve to be noticed. Just because we may look different or have a different skin color, it doesn't make us any less of a person, and this book will teach children that inclusivity is a very important part of life. Lovely story; kids will thoroughly enjoy this."

--- Reviewed by Anne-Marie Reynolds for Readers' Favorite, 5-STAR REVIEW

"Seen by C. M. Harris, is a book for those who are differently-abled and those who befriend them. In a delightful story, the author shares how many differently-abled children and adults are ignored in society. This book fills a much-needed slot in helping children understand that we all deserve respect and kindness. As parents, we need to help our children learn to be empathetic and understanding to everyone around them. We all need help sometimes, and friends are those who are supportive. Ratu Megawangi provides beautiful illustrations emphasizing the abilities even the differently-abled possess. I highly recommend this book. Teach your children to accept and interact with those who may be different than they are. As we encourage and support each other, this world becomes a better place to live."

--- Reviewed by Philip Van Heusen for Readers' Favorite, 5-STAR REVIEW