Author Description

In the gorgeous hills of Connecticut, a young maple tree named Solitaire feels deserted when his leaves prepare to depart for winter. Surrounded by lush evergreens, he longs to escape the uncertainties of the impending fall and sustain the fading hue of his leaves. After learning that he undergoes the seasonal change by God s great design, Solitaire learns to embrace and accept his struggle through the metamorphosis. He finds solace in his unique and exquisite features after an unexpected visit from tourists. Readers of all ages can relate to Solitaire s journey through change in Leah Bigham s debut, Solitaire s First Fall.