When Flowers Whisper

"For sometimes storms would howl and blow,

or rain clouds take their time to show,

but seeds will push through black of night,

to find their way into the light"

Although unspoken in the story and revealed between the lines, a father's struggle with PTSD is comforted through his intimate relationship with Creator and creation. Told through the eyes of his daughter as she remembers the seasons of her childhood and her father's special gift of communicating his love through the beauty of the flowers. When Flowers Whisper is a heartwarming and beautifully illustrated book about hope, flowers, and a father's love that will resonate with children and flower lovers of all ages.

Julie Swanberg is a seasoned florist who has had the joy and privilege of creating floral art for the most significant moments in people's lives for over 30 years. Though her life began in the southern Carolinas, much of who she is today began at the age of 12, when she moved with her family to the beautiful unheeded territory of the Lil'wat First Nation now known as the Pemberton Valley in British Columbia, Canada. She is the eldest daughter of a resilient veteran and the love of his life, a testament to the enduring power of love, hope and forgiveness. Julie lives in Chilliwack, BC, cherishing moments with her husband, children and a precious new grand baby. Julie's passion for flowers and storytelling comes together beautifully in this enchanting tale for young hearts. 

Amberlynn Lillie has been creating art and illustrations since she was a child. Using the gift that Jesus has given her, she has illustrated everything from baby announcements, a children’s memory game, to painting fine art pieces that capture landscapes and flowers. Attracted to the beauty of old books and fairy tales, Amberlynn is happiest when reading through vintage story books with a steaming cup of tea in her hand. She lives with her husband Jesse and darling son, August Blue, in their little house beneath the cedars of the Fraser Valley. This little family spends as much time as possible in the wild, foraging for mushrooms and wildflowers, and swimming in the coldest mountain streams.

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