Seamless

Somehow I think we get it all wrong; the idea we have to be perfect is ridiculous.  The luring notion that we can achieve perfection seems appealing, but, in truth I don't think any of us really believe it of ourselves or others.  What I love so much about the main character, Oli, is that she is raw.  Simply put, she is who she is.  As I developed her character I thought about what kinds of friends I chose.  Those I felt most akin to were the ones with guts, determination and the strength to be themselves, despite opposition. Therein lies the framework for Oli. 

The lesson she teaches is that she is anything but seamless.  She's sewn together, just like us.  Seams down the sides holding her together.  After being drug around, put through the wash and hung out to dry her seams grow weak and tattered.  Oli finds her source of support and love, and none too soon.  They may just be coins to the common eye, but Oli discovers their extradorinary qualities.

Perhaps our eyes should be keen to our tattered seams.  Only then might we would look for something seamless, something outside ourselves... there is One who is Seamless, with Extraordinary Qualities!

  

Who Is Oli?

Oli and the Prophets of Uncommon Cents, is a fantasy novel about a young girl named, Oli, who is anything but ordinary.  Not only are her unique comrades rare, so is she.  Oli's character speaks to the thousands of young girls who feel as though they don't fit the, "girly mold".  Tom-boys are the typical label for girls like Oli, those who would rather ride dirt bikes, explore wilderness streams, herd cattle or play baseball with the guys on the block.  If you're one of those girls, or know someone who is, then watch for the release of this novel. Have you been ridiculed for your adventurous and unique spirit then you and Oli have much in common.