Former CIA Officer-Turned-Author Begins New Chapter Book Series

KEY WEST, Fla. - June 5, 2021 - PRLog -- Former CIA officer Shelly Mateer, widely known for her adult-themed books about the Central Intelligence Agency as well as two children's picture books, has now written an elementary-grade chapter book. The Adventures of Shelly Beach: A Manatee Miracle is the first book in her new series for our youngest readers. Join Shelly Beach on her adventures in the Florida Keys and teach our youngest readers about the wildlife of the islands and ocean health while you're at it. There may even be a magical paddle boat involved!

A Manatee Miracle is available in large font for those newly computer-strained eyes.

It is available anywhere books are sold, eBook and print.

About the Author:

Shelly Mateer is a former CIA officer. Her first book, Single in the CIA, is a memoir about her experience working in the Directorate of Operations of the Central Intelligence Agency. Her series, Mingling in the CIA, takes readers on a disturbing yet comical journey into the daily lives of the officers in America's premier spy agency. Mission: Stand Down is a true to life spy thriller – her most controversial book yet. Mommy Thinks She's a Monster is a touching children's picture book about moms and motherhood written from the perspective of a young child, who only wants their mommy to be present in their life. The Lemon Seed is a children's picture book about thriving in adversity and flourishing, even in dismal circumstances and environments.

As a mother of two young children, Shelly has created the BurpMitt® product line for baby and home, developed the Cooking in the CIA app and created Mommy's Gone Mad!, a comical children's music album.

https://www.shellymateer.com