The Mermaid with No Tail

Paralympic champion swimmer and gold medalist Jessica Long emphasizes the importance of dreaming big and the power of being different in The Mermaid with No Tail. Despite being adopted and having her legs amputated below the knee, she has become a world-class swimmer. The illustrated picture book tells the story of a mermaid with no tail who trains hard and wins the Mermaid Games.

Format: Hardback
Length: 32 pages
Publication date: 06 November 2023
Publisher: Sounds True Inc

Paralympic champion swimmer and gold medalist Jessica Long emphasizes the significance of dreaming big and embracing one's uniqueness in The Mermaid with No Tail. Born to a Russian orphanage, Jessica faced a challenging childhood as her legs were amputated below the knee at 18 months old. Despite this adversity, she has achieved remarkable success in the world of swimming, becoming one of the most decorated athletes of all time.

Dive into this captivating illustrated picture book, inspired by Jessica's remarkable journey. The story follows a mermaid with no tail who dreams of competing in the Mermaid Games. Despite facing mockery from her fellow mermaids for being different, Jessica receives unwavering support and encouragement from her adoptive turtle parents and her shark coach, Phoebe. With unwavering determination, Jessica trains diligently, maintaining a positive attitude and pushing herself to her limits.

Through her unwavering spirit and unwavering commitment, Jessica ultimately triumphs in the Mermaid Games, showcasing that differences can be a source of strength and inspiration. This heartwarming tale reminds us that with determination, support, and a belief in oneself, we can overcome any obstacle and achieve greatness.

Weight: 438g
Dimension: 238 x 288 x 14 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781649630933