Author Description

Bear lives a peaceful life in a small village with his friends and the stars above in the sky. He is content to stay in his cozy cottage and observe the wonder of the stars every night. Over time, his village grows, and with more people and buildings comes more lights to brighten the dark nights. One day, Bear looks outside to realize that he can no longer see the stars. And so begins a journey to find out the reason and mend it before it is too late... "where are the stars?" is a heartwarming children's book that champions the preservation of our natural world and the wonder of a starry night sky. Join Bear and his friends as they join forces to bring back the splendor of the stars, reminding us that when we unite for a common cause, we hold the potential to create a better future for our world. With its engaging narrative and captivating illustrations, this book will ignite inspiration in both young and adult readers, rekindling their awe for the nighttime heavens. Ultimately, "where are the stars?" encourages us all to be more mindful of our environment and to cherish the enchantment that lies just beyond the glow of our city lights. Victoria Tan, author of “where are the stars?”, is a science fiction, fantasy, and poetry writer. As an avid reader from the age of two, she has always been drawn to the way writing allows her imagination to take flight as she crafts intricate worlds and the intrigue of characters within. Over the years, her passion for writing has been recognized and celebrated by esteemed publications. Victoria’s solo poem anthology, “tacenda at eventide,” was recognized by American Book Fest as a Finalist in the 2023 Best Book Awards, and is sold in major book retailers such as Barnes & Noble, Kinokuniya, and Amazon. Her other stories have been published in the esteemed Young Mensan Magazine, Canon Future Authors, Lune Spark, Young American Poetry Digest, Creative Communication Contest, and The Timeless Post. In addition