Exclusive: Abu Dhabi Resident Launches Series Of Children's Books To Promote Positivity In Children And Parents

by Rana Asfour

Abu Dhabi resident, British author John J. Jeffers has launched the first three books from his ‘Uncle John’ series - with an expected three more on the way - that aim to promote intimacy between a parent and a child.

​The stories are set in a small village in North Yorkshire, England, where the author is from. Each story contains a short adventure but also life affirming messages to promote positivity in both the parent and the child. The stories also highlight very important life skills.

​The 'Uncle John' series are currently available for purchase from Amazon and negotiations are underway to secure their availability at selected bookstores in the UAE.
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Book One

What it's about:
This is a very enchanting, simple story about a very nice Yorkshire man called Uncle John, who in the pursuit of his dreams, travels on a train through the beautiful English countryside, to go to London to see the Queen. Interwoven into the story are lessons for life about the importance of understanding that we are who we choose to be. That dreams can be made to come true if we pursue them and lastly the importance of choosing always to be a happy person. To purchase, click HERE.
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Book Two

What it's about:
This is a story of an exciting adventure. Of three children enjoying a game of pooh sticks and then finding themselves in need of rescuing a baby deer. To do so, the children have to face a series of setbacks and disappointments before Uncle John steps in to help them. Interwoven in the story are some delightful snippets of wood lore and several wonderful messages about the importance of never giving up. Even when life is not going your way, there is always hope, things can and will only get better. To purchase, click HERE.
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Book Three

What it's about:
This is a story of an exciting adventure. It is about three young boys living in a small idyllic North Yorkshire village. They get out of bed before dawn and join with Uncle John to watch a family of badgers outside their sett. You will learn about badgers from this very nice story and importantly you will learn that enjoying nature and its wildlife can leave you contented and very happy. To purchase, click HERE.
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About the Author:

Author John J. Jeffers enjoys spending his free time walking (especially in the Rub’al Khali), and creative writing. He was inspired to live in the Middle East by his childhood hero: Mubarak of London (Wilfred Thesiger). His formal qualifications include: MBA and a post Graduate Diploma in Business Studies & Marketing. He is a Fellow of the Institute of Directors (UK). John is also a former Senior Officer of the British Airborne forces.

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