Royal Adventure, Thrilling Mystery: Young Natick Author Writes First Book
By Cynthia Whitty
Natick Local Town Pages asked Marshall to describe her book and her writing process, and tell a little about herself.
Whitty: What inspired you to write Princess Clara’s Royal Adventures?
I went kayaking with my mom at Lake Wequaquet on Cape Cod. We found a lily pond with geese and their babies and then when I got home, I asked mom if I could write a book. She talked to dad about it and she said yes.
Whitty: What is your book about?
It is about a Princess whose name is Clara and her family. They go to Rivers Hollow and find some magical things. They go on a marvelous adventure, solve a mystery, and prepare for the Royal Ball.
Whitty: Do you have any more stories planned?
I have started another one, but I’m taking a break for now because it’s been a crazy year and want to rest my brain from thinking!
Whitty: Can you tell me a little about yourself?
I am in 2nd Grade, I am 8 years old, and have two brothers, a mom, and a dad. The family [book] characters are based on us, except in the book I am the oldest. In real life, I am the middle child.
I really like to imagine new stories. Writing this book has been fun, but it is hard work. My favorite part about writing this book has been reading it and sharing it with my friends. I feel good that people like what I made.
Whitty: What interests do you have?
I like to read. My favorite books are Harry Potter, Dog Man, Judy Moody, and Diary of an Ice Princess. I also like to bake, swim, and surf. My favorite place to surf is on Cape Cod.
Where to find Holly’s book
Marshall’s book is available on Amazon and at local shops, including Paper Fiesta in Natick, Wellesley Books, Aesop’s Fable in Holliston, Park Street Books and Toys in Medfield, and Blue Bunny Books and Toys in Dedham.
Eight-year-old Holly Marshall describes herself as “a budding storyteller with a passion for royalty and all things magical.” Making good use of the pandemic shutdown in the summer of 2020, Marshall wrote and published her first book, Princess Clara’s Royal Adventures: The Lily Pond at Rivers Hollow. It is a story about Clara and her rowdy brothers, their adventure filled with magical fairies, nature, and a mystery the young reader works to solve. The book is suited for ages 5-9.
Natick Local Town Pages asked Marshall to describe her book and her writing process, and tell a little about herself.
Whitty: What inspired you to write Princess Clara’s Royal Adventures?
I went kayaking with my mom at Lake Wequaquet on Cape Cod. We found a lily pond with geese and their babies and then when I got home, I asked mom if I could write a book. She talked to dad about it and she said yes.
Whitty: What is your book about?
It is about a Princess whose name is Clara and her family. They go to Rivers Hollow and find some magical things. They go on a marvelous adventure, solve a mystery, and prepare for the Royal Ball.
Whitty: Do you have any more stories planned?
I have started another one, but I’m taking a break for now because it’s been a crazy year and want to rest my brain from thinking!
Whitty: Can you tell me a little about yourself?
I am in 2nd Grade, I am 8 years old, and have two brothers, a mom, and a dad. The family [book] characters are based on us, except in the book I am the oldest. In real life, I am the middle child.
I really like to imagine new stories. Writing this book has been fun, but it is hard work. My favorite part about writing this book has been reading it and sharing it with my friends. I feel good that people like what I made.
Whitty: What interests do you have?
I like to read. My favorite books are Harry Potter, Dog Man, Judy Moody, and Diary of an Ice Princess. I also like to bake, swim, and surf. My favorite place to surf is on Cape Cod.
Where to find Holly’s book
Marshall’s book is available on Amazon and at local shops, including Paper Fiesta in Natick, Wellesley Books, Aesop’s Fable in Holliston, Park Street Books and Toys in Medfield, and Blue Bunny Books and Toys in Dedham.
