Heidi Eagleton's Children's Book On Embracing Diversity To Feature At LATFOB 2024

Heidi Eagleton, a former architect and construction company owner, has transitioned into the literary world with her debut children's book, "So, You Think I Should Be A What? Maddie’s Tails." This illustrated story, aimed at celebrating diversity and understanding ADHD, is set to be showcased at the L.A. Times Festival of Books in 2024. The festival, a significant event for independent and self-published authors, will occur on April 20-21 at the University of Southern California.

Eagleton's journey from a professional in law, architecture, construction, and real estate development to a children's book author is a testament to her determination to fulfill her lifelong dream. Her book introduces readers to Maddie, a Spinone Italiano dog exploring life's possibilities beyond her innate hunting instincts. Through Maddie's adventures and encounters with various dogs, Eagleton imparts the vital lesson of valuing individual differences.

The narrative of "So, You Think I Should Be A What? Maddie’s Tails" draws from Eagleton's personal experiences, including her ADHD diagnosis in her sixties. Eagleton aims to share more of her life lessons through Maddie's perspective in future installments of the Maddie’s Tails series. The book is available for purchase on Amazon and will be featured at booth #225 by ReadersMagnet exhibit during the Los Angeles Times Festival of Books.

Heidi Dellafera Eagleton holds an impressive academic background with degrees in various fields and has served as an Adjunct Professor of Architecture at Prairie View A&M University. After closing her company, Open Design & Development, in 2020, she dedicated herself to writing. Her series not only narrates the life of her beloved dog Maddie but also reflects Eagleton’s diverse experiences and insights into embracing one’s uniqueness.

For those interested in following Eagleton's literary journey and updates on the Maddie’s Tails series, more information can be found on her website at https://www.heidieagleton.com/. Eagleton's work is a celebration of diversity and an encouragement for children to appreciate the differences that make each person unique.

The upcoming display of "So, You Think I Should Be A What? Maddie’s Tails" at the L.A. Times Festival of Books marks an exciting milestone for Eagleton. It represents not only the realization of her dream to become an author but also an opportunity to spread a message of acceptance and understanding through her storytelling.