Overview

*Gold Winner in the 2023 Wishing Shelf Book Awards* ""Are my paintings good enough to keep on painting?"" Inka is on a quest to discover if she is good enough at painting to pursue it as her lifelong dream. But how would she ever find out and who would be able to tell her? Abandoned on the roadside in a rainstorm at a young age, Inka was lucky enough to have been adopted by a finishing school for girls. But that roof over her head wouldn't last forever. After finding an advertisement for a psychic, Inka puts her trust in the universe and recklessly jumps ship, intent on finding her way across the country to the great Madga Gaska where she believes she will find peace in finally knowing her destiny. On the way, she gets caught up in a whirlwind of outlaws and bandits, twirling through the colours of the world around her, and Inka's desire to know her fate before it's due to arrive lands her in the terrifying truth of a life worth painting. Eternal Inka leads to questions around what art even is. Does everyone make something? Are we all artists? What makes something beautiful? What does it mean to see through someone's gaze? Do we all see things differently? The related music album, found on all major streaming platforms, includes 3 instrumental tracks for you to make your own songs with. Look out for the Everything-World Blankish Journal, an accompanying storytelling and philosophical activity book where Clare-Rose Trevelyan goes deeper into exploring the questions of DREAMS woven through this story.

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"""In this original and thought-provoking tale, the reader is taken on a whirlwind tour of a vividly painted setting. The author's use of descriptive prose brings this world to life, immersing readers in a rich tapestry of colors and emotions. Clare-Rose Trevelyan's storytelling prowess shines as she weaves a tale of destiny, art, and self-discovery that will keep you reading. Inka's desire to understand her destiny leads to profound questions about the essence of art itself. Clare-Rose Trevelyan delves into these issues skillfully, inviting readers to contemplate the intricacies of human creativity and the diverse ways we perceive the world. What sets Eternal Inka apart from similar works is the concept of seeing it through someone else's eyes. Inka's journey forces her to confront different perspectives and challenges her preconceived notions. This beautifully written book leaves a lasting impression, encouraging us to ponder the nature of art, destiny, and the kaleidoscope of human experiences. I recommend it highly."" - 5 Star Readers' Favorite Review by Lexie Fox ""A superbly illustrated young adult graphic novel that's not only inspiring, it's also a compelling read. Highly recommended!"" - The Wishing Shelf ""I am loving this book. It is so creative and innovative. I love the story, the format and the songs that go with it. So much of storytelling has been lost with technology and so much stuff is generic and contrived these days, but this really stands out."" - Lesliayn"

"""I am loving this book. It is so creative and innovative. I love the story, the format and the songs that go with it. So much of storytelling has been lost with technology and so much stuff is generic and contrived these days, but this really stands out."" - Lesliayn ""My daughter and I are both really captured by the concept and your work. My daughter is nine years old and hopes to publish her story on your website and become part of a new community of young writers. Thank you for giving kids a forum to both publish and read each other's work."" - Nick Mercer ""Thank you very much for the signed and numbered copy of Eternal Inka. It is the first time I have ever received anything like it. I have just started reading and will tell my friends about it at school!"" - Leilani"

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Expressing a lifelong passion for philosophy ignited by the mysteries of the universe and the enchantment of everyday existence, Clare-Rose Trevelyan has dedicated the past two decades to fostering philosophical inquiry among young minds. Through roles in schools, external literacy programs, theatre, and her books, she has endeavoured to awaken the philosopher within children and to encourage them to contemplate their own thoughts and ponder the nature of their curiosity. By enthralling them with vibrant narratives, intricate characters, evocative soundscapes, and above all, thought-provoking questions, she seeks to inspire a deeper engagement with the complexities of existence and the wonder of the human mind. Philosophy has been a passion of mine since a young age when the riddles of the universe first snuck into my soul and the everyday everydayness of life coming alive left me spellbound as if I could see things through a pair of kaleidoscopic spectacles. My focus over the past twenty years of working in schools, external literacy programs and theatre has been to awaken the philosopher inside the minds of children to get them thinking about how they are thinking and wondering about why they are wondering by enchanting them with vivid stories, complex creatures, twinkling soundtracks and most importantly, questions.

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