Time has come once again for the members of Rave Reviews Book Club to take a moment and “pay it forward” by spending a day supporting another member, who in turn will support another member, who in turn will… well you get the idea 🙂
I am lucky to have been assigned the talented children’s author Maretha Botha, who has created the wonderful world of Fauna Park.
Who is Maretha?
Author/Illustrator Maretha Botha admits to being addicted to espresso and chocolate, and hiking occasionally on the moors, as well as being a seasonal gardener. In addition, she has written a series of children’s books – Fauna Park Tales. Books 1-3 are available in Kindle as well as black and white paperbacks. To enhance reading pleasure for better readers in her target market, 9-13, she has added some illustrations.
Additionally, she has combined books one and two in a 174-page Colour illustrated Version, should you want to see colour illustrations on the printed page as well.
What has she written?
Maretha has written a series of animal books based in the fictional location called “Fauna Park” where the animals commune together in an attempt to protect and preserve them all. I reviewed the first instalment of this series recently here: https://dawndelivers.wordpress.com/2017/05/07/flame-and-hope-book-review-rrbc/
It almost made me wish I had a couple of kids to read the book to … almost 😉
Where can I find her?
Well, like most of us these days, Maretha can be contacted around the web and you can find her at these places:
On her blog: https://marethabotha2013.wordpress.com/
On twitter: @MarethMBotha
On Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Maretha-Botha/e/B00MOORJAO/ref=dp_byline_cont_ebooks_1
So, now you’ve met Maretha it’s time you got to know her furry friends who live within the pages of her books 🙂
Dawn Delivers 
Maretha, I hope you’re enjoying your PIF Day today! Looks like Dawn took the time to make it extra-special for you. That’s always nice, isn’t it?
Dawn, great job!
Dawn has done an incredibly fabulous PIF for me. Thanks for putting me out there, Nonnie! I remain humbled by all the support and encouragement I’ve received from you and many of our fabulous members here at Rave Reviews Book Club!
Fantastic post, Dawn and Maretha!
Maretha, I just adore your illustrations. Such incredible talent. 🙂
Wishing you both a lovely day!
Thank you as always for your kind words and comments, Natalie! 😄😄
Great post, Dawn! Maretha’s books make me wish I had a young child to read to. As it is I’ll have to wait for some grandchildren to come along 🙂
It has been great to get to know you a bit better, hearing your voice and interview with Beem Weeks. Thanks so much for popping in, Michelle! 💐💝💐
Hi Maretha, I hope you are having a great “PIF” day. Thank you D.E. for giving her a great “PIF” day.
Thank you for popping in, Joy and always being so supportive. 🌈🌈🌈
Good afternoon! This is a very nice post for #RRBCPIF! I hope you are enjoying it, Maretha.
Thank you, Patricia! It has been a wonderful experience🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Hello Dawn! It’s great to learn more about Maretha and her work. Her books are beautiful. Maretha is a very talented woman, I see. Thanks for the lovely feature!
Thanks Vashti! I’ve been fascinated by your writing since reading THE BASEMENT. I’m glad you’ve joined RRBC.
That wonderful! You’ve made my night, Maretha! Thank you very much! So far, I am loving being a member of the RRBC. It’s lovely seeing you here too. ❤
Thanks Vashti! I don’t doubt it for a minute! 💐🤓💐
A great post honoring Maretha! Thanks for paying it forward, Dawn!!
Thanks Marlena and Dawn! 💐💐
Reblogged this on Kim's Author Support Blog.
Thank you sooo much, Kim!
Loved reading about Maretha! Thank you, Dawn! I too wish I had kids/grand kids in that age group. There’s about a 13 year age difference in my two grandsons. One started kindergarten and the other started college the same year (last year).
That is quite an age gap, Kim! I’ve been ‘plotting’ an Early Reader/Picture book series, doing so at the SCBWI meetings, so I hope I’ll be able to produce something satisfying for the very young ones, one of the days!
Hi Maretha! Lovely post.
Reblogged this on When Angels Fly.
Lovely blog site, Dawn. And, thank you for hosting Maretha. Her books are beautiful, and I share them with my grandkids.
Thank you so much, Dawn. You’ve given me so much encouragement and commendation, which I bask in with much pleasure. 🤗🤗🤗
Martha surprised me with a review of my book on her website. That is how I met her and she is a wonderfully supportive member of RRBC. So I am happy to support her on PIF Day. Congrats Maretha! Thank you D.E. for hosting this exceptional member.
Thank you Shirley! My eldest daughter has extreme allergies, so I was very interested to read Crazy Hot …
It’s always a treat to find out more from our members. Maretha, you are one of our most supportive. I wish you only the best today.
Thanks for hosting, D. E.
Thanks so much, Beem. And I enjoy listening to your interviews.
Hi Maretha, so multi-talented with writing and illustrating.
Thanks for paying it forward D.E.
Dear Dawn, Thank you for this wonderful PIF support. You’ve given me such a lovely post. I’m most grateful to you and everyone for your kind words, retweets and sharing. In the words of the CARE BEARS: “Sharing is Caring!”
Hi Dawn. Great support for Maretha. It’s wonderful to learn more about her illustrations and writing.