Sheri Fink's New Children's Book Debuts At #1 On Amazon Best-Seller List

Online, March 24, 2012 (Newswire.com) - Give children books they love, and they are on their way to become lifelong readers. Written by best-selling children's author, Sheri Fink, The Little Gnome debuted at #1 on the Amazon best-seller list thanks to pre-orders. The Little Gnome appeals to kids and has an empowering, uplifting message that will positively influence them for years to come.

Beautifully illustrated by best-selling illustrator Mary Erikson Washam, The Little Gnome is a heartwarming tale about an adorable garden gnome experiencing the wonder of the four seasons for the first time in a Victorian garden. When Summer changes to Fall and then to Winter, the Little Gnome learns to look for the good in change. This enchanting story helps kids of all ages embrace change while learning about the seasons.

The Little Gnome is especially meaningful for children who are facing changes in their lives, such as moving, attending a new school, marriage, divorce, new siblings, and peer pressure.

The Little Gnome was published on March 22, 2012, exactly one year after her first inspirational children's book, The Little Rose.

"I'm delighted that The Little Gnome and The Little Rose books are making a positive difference in the world, one book and one child at a time," says the author. "It's an incredible dream come true for me!"

Sheri Fink visits schools, libraries, writing conferences, and other organizations to share the messages of her books and what it takes to be a successful author. She empowers children to believe in themselves and inspires them to discover their unique inner beauty to build their self-esteem.

The Little Gnome retails for $24.95 and is available for purchase online at TheLittleGnome.com and Amazon.com.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR AND THE ILLUSTRATOR
Sheri Fink is a #1 best-selling children's author, founder of Author Success Academy, and an international speaker. Sheri writes books that inspire and delight children while planting seeds of self-esteem. Her first book, The Little Rose, has been a #1 best-seller on Amazon for over 35 weeks and became the #1 Top-Rated Children's eBook on Amazon. Her second inspirational children's book, The Little Gnome, was published in March 2012 and immediately became a #1 best-seller. Sheri's passion for helping other authors' dreams come true blossomed into the Author Success Academy, a mentoring program that transforms aspiring authors into successful entrepreneurs.

Mary Erikson Washam is a freelance illustrator living in Dallas, Texas. The Little Gnome is her third illustrated children's book. Her first, Spencer's Silly Space Adventure, was a collaborative custom-made book with proceeds donated to children with cancer. Her second, The Little Rose, has become an international success. Mary's work has garnered attention because of her uncanny ability to engage an audience with her delightful innovative style.

To arrange a book signing or interview, or for more information about The Little Gnome, please visit www.TheLittleGnome.com.