San Leandro, California , USA — Seven year old Lucille Nadine Alexander is on a mission. In a day and age when it is politically incorrect to name the name of Jesus, Lucille says out loud what most people are afraid to say; “Please do not call His day X-mas. I don’t like it when people call me out of my name and Jesus doesn’t either.” The outspoken title character shares her birthday with Jesus Christ and wants a celebration that will do Him justice. SSP, the San Leandro, California based inspirational publisher announced today the release of Lucille Nadine Alexander’s Birthday written by African-American writer, h. Teirrah McNair and illustrated by Eric L. Ward .
Although other popular characters created for children are well received in their varying shapes and sizes, Lucille is an urban, bronze- colored little girl that kids naturally relate to and love.
Lucille Nadine Alexander’s Birthday is a re-telling of the nativity story from a unique perspective--
Lucille was originally created as one of the many characters McNair penned and brought to life in theatrical productions and was so well received by adults and children alike, McNair decided it was time Lucille Nadine had a life outside the theater.
Author McNair is an ordained Christian minister, former youth pastor, and educator with a host of credits in the entertainment industry.
San Francisco based illustrator, Eric L. Ward is a perfect match for McNair’s impressive imagination. Ward’s drawings of Lucille and her world bring to life her character and attitude.
Lucille Nadine Alexander’s Birthday can be purchased online at www.bencouraged.net and www.amazon.com and at select bookstores in the USA. Author signings, interviews and appearances can be arranged by calling 415 908-6711. For more information visit www.bencouraged.net.
