About
Meet the Author
“I believe in the importance of early learning through the power of storytelling”
Stories have the power to shape our understanding of the world around us, instil a sense of confidence, and inspire us to pursue positive change.
As a writer, I strive to harness this power in my own work, creating stories that not only entertain and delight, but also leave a lasting impact on the young readers who experience them.
Maxine Johone-Smith was brought up in Winchester, the daughter of two teachers who passed on the importance of early learning through the power of storytelling and the impact that this has on a child’s development
Maxine’s believe in the transformative power of stories is supported by a growing body of research, which suggests that reading to children can have significant benefits for their cognitive, emotional and social development. This is her debut.
Maxine Johone-Smith
Meet the Illustrator
An award-winning creative who brings stories to life with her charming illustrations
Joanna has worked as an artist and illustrator for over twenty years with her work sold both nationally and internationally for clients ranging from Shreds for Harrods and Selfridges to Halcyon Days Fine Enamels in Mayfair, ITV and MPD Designs with Paddington Bear & Co.
The Name Maker sat by the fire enjoying his pot of T’s”
Her work in children's books includes some of the biggest selling brands in the world and she has won a Purple Dragonfly Award for excellence in children's literature. Joanna also works as an Art Director on publishing, brochure and packaging projects.
For a more comprehensive description of Joanna's work and experience please take a look at her profile on Facebook @JoannaScottArts or visit her website www.joanna-scott.com
Joanna Scott
Journey to the Name Maker is a magical adventure about following your dreams and overcoming challenges.
Some ideas touched upon during Scuffy's travels are to follow your dreams, understand who you are, and not be afraid to ask questions and look for answers. Through an adventurous and imaginative journey, it teaches us that there is not always a clear way of doing things, and that sometimes we need to go outside our comfort zone and look at things from a different perspective in order to overcome challenges, and get to where we need to go.
Guided by a single white feather, Scamp must follow his dreams to find the answers to his questions. Can he find a way to cross The Singling River. Enter The Field of Lucky Cows and pick a winner at Hector’s Hoof? Will he choose the right path at the Cross Roads of No Return and find a way to go round the Square Lake and into the Alphabet Forrest beyond?
Join Scamp on his journey to find the Name Maker and finally understand, whether he has in fact, been given the wrong name.