Title: Vivienne in Paris | Author: Maria Castellucci Moore | Illustrator: Emanuele Mannello | Genre: Picture Book | Publisher: Mascot Kids | Release date: May 2, 2023

Book Description: Vivienne in Paris follows a young Parisian girl on a journey through Paris to find what makes her tick. Join Vivienne as she discovers the sights, smells, tastes, and sounds of the city that make her feel alive. What better place to explore, observe, and delight in her senses than Paris?

This book tells a story of mindfulness and insight into how the surrounding world can really move you. It unites curiosity, wonder, and marvel to enlighten, surprise, and tickle your deepest spirit. Sometimes it’s the smallest things that bring you the greatest joy.

My Thoughts: In this emotive story, a young girl named Vivienne experiences the wonders of Paris through all of her senses. From the smells of her favourite florist to the tastes in her beloved patisserie, Vivienne in Paris gives readers a wholly-unique view of this wondrous city. In addition, the author has prompted this exploration with a sweet exchange between grandfather and granddaughter, a lovely multi-generational viewpoint for the whole experience.

Vivienne exudes passion and curiosity for the city she loves and the feeling is contagious. By the end of the story, I was longing for a visit and can’t wait to take my young son through the sensory experiences the author has portrayed. Vivienne in Paris is a sweet, multi-sensory visit to the city of Paris perfect for young armchair travellers.

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Meet the Author:

Entrepreneur, first-generation American, writer, and mother to four children, María strives to bring passion and enthusiasm to all her endeavors. A lover of all things European, María has found great passion through her travels to Paris, Italy, Spain, and South America. Her affection for winemaking, foreign languages, the arts, ballroom dancing, and traveling has given María a unique and grateful perspective on life. Her love for her family and helping others through charitable giving has enabled María to thoughtfully curate purposeful life adventures.

María Castellucci Moore earned her bachelor of arts degree in finance from Dominican University on a tennis scholarship, and later pursued studying at New York University and the London School of Economics with a focus on global affairs. In 2016, with her siblings, María founded Castellucci Napa Family, a luxury wine and real estate brand. María runs her wine label and a family real estate development company in the greater Bay Area. She is a board member of the San Francisco Opera Guild and is enthusiastic about building opportunity and community through the arts.

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