Today I have the pleasure of interviewing fellow Illinois author Sonja Glad author of the fun and educational picture book WooHoo for Sensitive Somjay
Please help me welcome Sonja!
Several years ago, I decided to complete a doctorate degree in PsychoSpiritual Studies. While wondering what my focus should be, someone recommended that I “do what you know”, and what I know is that I am a wonderful and wounded sensitive person and I have always been this way. I decided to study sensitivity in adults and children. During this process, the idea of writing a children’s book for sensitive children was born. Four years later, I have completed my degree and have my book to share with you.
What are you reading?
What are you reading?
I am currently reading The Girl Who Lived Twice by David Lagercrantz for pleasure and What Happened to You? by Bruce D. Perry, M.D., Ph.D. and Oprah Winfrey for intellectual stimulation.
Favorite genre and why?
Favorite genre and why?
For pleasure, I love reading mysteries, some heavier and some light and fluffy. I don’t try to guess “who done it”. I enjoy seeing the characters develop relationships and especially love long series by the same author
Describe yourself in 5 words or less.
Describe yourself in 5 words or less.
Compassionate and creative adventurer. Tell us something unique/quirky about yourself.
Where were you born and where did you grow up? I was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina (ages 0-4). I grew up in Zurich, Switzerland (ages 4-10); Akron, Ohio (ages 10-14); San Jose, Costa Rica (our family lived there for 8 years); and Ashville, North Carolina (Junior and half of Senior year of HS ).
Who is your hero and why?
Where were you born and where did you grow up? I was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina (ages 0-4). I grew up in Zurich, Switzerland (ages 4-10); Akron, Ohio (ages 10-14); San Jose, Costa Rica (our family lived there for 8 years); and Ashville, North Carolina (Junior and half of Senior year of HS ).
Who is your hero and why?
Oprah, because she faced and overcame her childhood challenges to become a powerful woman who uses her resources to help others.
What are you passionate about? Equality. We all bleed red.
Tell us two truths and a lie and lets see if my followers will guess which is the lie...
About the author:Sonja Glad lived in Europe and South, Central and North America when she was growing up. Due to some vision issues and a learning disability, she didn’t learn to read until she was about 9 years old. Once she started though, she couldn’t be stopped! 18 years ago she left her salaried position working as an in-home family therapist to join a mental health private practice, thinking that now she would have time to write children’s books. 17 years later WooHoo for Sensitive Somjay was published!
Sonja currently lives in Central Illinois, out amongst the corn and soybean fields. She loves animals, hiking, biking, kayaking, traveling, reading, writing, painting and getting to work with her wonderful clients.
What are you passionate about? Equality. We all bleed red.
Tell us two truths and a lie and lets see if my followers will guess which is the lie...
- Hiked the Wild Coast of South Africa.
- Hiked the Pacific Rim from the Mexican border to the Canadian border.
- Hiked the Way of St. Francis from Florence to Assisi, Italy.
Speed questions:
Good guys or bad guys? good guys
Good girls or bad girls? bad girls
Favorite beverage? Sparkling water
Coffee or tea? tea
eBook, paperback, or audiobook? paperback
Dogs or cats? both, have 3 dogs and 2 cats
Favorite holiday? Christmas
Favorite movie? Avitar
Wonder Woman of Top Model? Wonder Woman
Night on the town or cozy evening in? night out
Stilettos, flip-flop or sneakers? sneakers
Chicken or steak? steak
Cake, cookies, or pie? Chocolate!
Favorite junk food? Doritos
Favorite thing to do to relax? being creative
Paranormal or Historical:? paranormal
Hot or cold? hot
Favorite vacation? anywhere outdoors and active
Beach or mountains? both
Favorite comfort food? mac and cheese
WooHoo For Sensitive Somjay
Written by Sonja Glad LCPC
Illustrated by Rachel Cooper and Sonja Glad
Genre: Picture book
Somjay is a wonderfully senistive chimpanzee who sometimes struggles with being so sensitive. One night Somjay meets an owl that teaches Somjay a breathing technique to help when feelings start getting too big. By using this technique, Somjay learns to self-calm.
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Peek between the pages
Suddenly I remembered my sensitive ears so I listened and listened, then did I hear a soft, gentle voice whispering quite near, “I’m a friend, little chimpy, you have nothing to fear.” With my keen eyes, before me I saw, a majestic Barred owl. It filled me with awe.
She told me she’d come here to give me a gift. The gift was a reminder to always use my breath.
Sonja currently lives in Central Illinois, out amongst the corn and soybean fields. She loves animals, hiking, biking, kayaking, traveling, reading, writing, painting and getting to work with her wonderful clients.
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