Therena is an award-winning, internationally published photographer and artist. She writes epic romantic fantasy novels and creates fantasy illustrations. She loves transporting readers and art lovers into a world of love, magic, and adventure. Born to be an artist and author, she delights in bringing beauty into the world. As a mother of three, she has kept this passion alive by writing and illustrating stories for her children.

Screenplay Award Category
As parents, we are often faced with dealing with our children's nightmares. This cute story takes a child on a dream adventure where they explore new worlds, protected by their parents' love. To a child, a simple hug and kiss can hold much power, and this story is based on that magic.
When I kiss your cheek at night
My Submission

When I kiss your cheek at night

When I kiss your cheek at night;

I cover you with a pleasant light.

A light so bright it forms a shield;

A golden shield for you to wield.

When I hug you close at night;

A bubble forms just out of sight.

A bubble clear but strong;

Good protection all night long.

Then it's time I set you free;

To dreamland where you ought to be.

No nightmare scare can penetrate;

The bubble for you that I create.

On wild adventures you will go;

Scaling mountains high and low.

Flying dragons here and there;

Exploring worlds from the air.

And in this dream you will find;

Many creatures, different kinds.

Mermaids, ponies, polar bears;

Riding rainbows, climbing stairs.

At long last dawn will creak the day;

And in the dream you cannot stay.

Ride the Bubble to your bed;

And gently rest your weary head.

With happy thoughts, you'll open eyes;

And find me there, to your surprise.

Waiting with a kiss for you;

To seal the night with a hug or two.

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When I kiss your cheek at night:

A fully illustrated kids' book with illustrations for every two lines/section. Each section will appear on a separate page with carefully researched illustrations spread over two pages to highlight the story visually. Text formatting will be fully capitalized for young readers.

Comments

Tara Avery Tue, 28/06/2022 - 01:19

Thank you for such a thorough submission! Picture books aren't my specialty, but I really enjoyed this concept (and could imagine reading it to the little nieces and nephews). A few of the rhymes struck me as awkward or forced, and your use of semicolons isn't standard, but I love your use of repetition.