AN East Renfrewshire author has enlisted the help of a well-known television presenter to keep kids entertained by bringing her new children’s book to life.

Breea Keenan had a hit with ‘Nessie’s Selfie’ when it was released last year.

Now former Wheel of Fortune presenter Carol Smillie is joining a list of celebrities reading children’s books to help entertain kids during the coronavirus lockdown.

Other well-known readers include actress Elaine C Smith, Take That singer Howard Donald and comedian David Walliams.

Carol said: “I thought it would be good fun to get involved in narrating a children’s book to help keep the little ones entertained who are stuck indoors during lockdown.

“Nessie’s Selfie is a lovely tale about friendship and inclusion, featuring a shy schoolgirl who befriends the Loch Ness Monster.

“The story shows that some things that seem scary at first aren’t so scary after all and it can really help to talk about how we feel, which are great messages to share with kids.”

Nessie’s Selfie, which also features the work of talented illustrator David Nichol, became a bestseller with online store Etsy.com within days of publication.

A dedicated website for the book was launched recently and there is also a free Nessie’s Selfie activity and colouring pack available to download.

Breea, from Busby, said: “We were over the moon when Carol agreed to read Nessie’s Selfie and she has really brought the story to life for young children.

“We hope readers and listeners enjoy the story and get downloading the free pack too, which has been illustrated using some of David’s brilliant drawings from the book.”

To watch Carol reading from the book, visit here and you can download the free activity and colouring pack from here.

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