It is the story of Flutterby discovering who she was and what she was supposed to do.Flying as high as she could fly, and looking as far as she could look, Flutterby thought perhaps she was an ant, then a honeybee, then a butterfly. For, you see, Flutterby was not a common bug or butterfly, but rather a smallest of small, winged, white flying horse.I can’t tell you how many times I read Flutterby, my favorite children’s story by Stephen Cosgrove and Robin James, to my children. As her silver-blue cocoon shimmered in the starlight, she unfurled her wings and whinnied at the crystal night. She has illustrated over 75 children’s books, and is published worldwide.Īt home on MorningStar Ranch & Gallery in picturesque Snohomish, Washington, one quickly spots Robin’s enormous love of animals and nature that is so evident in her illustrations.In a burst of laughter and moonshine one fine and beautiful evening, Flutterby was born. Through the years, she has done a wide variety of artwork from animal portraits to wildlife paintings and is perhaps most recognized for her children’s book illustrations which she began in 1973. A native of the Pacific Northwest, Robin has loved art and animals all her life and has been drawing ever since she could hold a pencil. Robin James, gifted illustrator of the bestselling Serendipity Books, was born into a family of artists. Robin also has a framing business, if you would like more information please see her framing website at: If you're looking for a unique gift, check for handcut copper words. Join the whimsical characters in this beautifully illustrated collection as they entertain and inspire every reader.įor those of you looking for information on Robin James, below is a short bio on her.

Each beloved tale teaches youngsters how to deal with the challenges of their world, providing them with positive solutions to difficult problems. Serendipity TM books have warmed the hearts of young and old for over a decade, becoming classics in children's literature. If you would like your books personalized by Robin please email her at at the time of your order giving her the necessary information. You can STILL order your books online, visit Robin's SERENDIPITY BOOKS E-Store I've added a new page to my E-Store where you will find greeting cards, custom animal prints and other miscellaneous items, click here to see it and check back as I will be adding new items!

Flutterby by Robin James