Coral and Ooma Makes a Splash This Spring in the Crabby Tidepool Tales Series by Eva Bey
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 31, 2025
New Release arrives from Canadian Author Eva Bey and Hawthorn Quill Publishing
LONDON, ON – Get ready to dive into a tidepool of colour, curiosity, and friendship with the new release of Coral and Ooma, the newest title in the Crabby Tidepool Tales picture book series by Canadian author Eva Bey.
Launching today, the story follows an inquisitive crab and a friendly octopus as they explore the wonders of the reef—and learn the value of asking for help and counting on a friend.
Written in lyrical rhyme and designed for early readers aged 3–8, Coral and Ooma invites children into a playful marine world filled with seashells, starfish, and gentle life lessons. With soft, full-colour illustrations by Eliza Thorncroft, the story brings to life the joyful spirit of underwater exploration.
Coral and Ooma is the second release in the Crabby Tidepool Tales collection, as part of the Wiggles & Giggles Tidepool Shell Readers, and continues the series’ mission to pair scientific curiosity with imaginative storytelling. Each book introduces young readers to marine creatures while nurturing empathy, confidence, and curiosity.
Format & Features: Available in large print paperback, hardcover, and eBook editions. Perfect for storytime, classroom learning, and emerging readers. Printed and distributed internationally.
About the Author: Eva Bey writes stories inspired by the ocean and the creatures that call it home. With a gift for capturing the humour and wonder of childhood, her tales invite young readers to discover, question, and celebrate their world.
About the Illustrator: Eliza Thorncroft brings each tidepool scene to life with gentle watercolour textures, expressive sea creatures, and a palette inspired by real-world marine life.
Published by: Hawthorn Quill Publishing, a Canadian indie press dedicated to working exclusively with Canadian authors and illustrators.
Release Date: May 31, 2025
Availability: Available globally through Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Booktopia, and distributed to over 550 Canadian independent bookstores via BookManager. Available through IngramSpark and BiblioShare.
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