Spark a ❤️ of Nature
with Author and Illustrator Nan Eshelby
Nan Eshelby is a passionate nature enthusiast dedicated to making the world a greener, more nature friendly place. Through her work in the garden and her children’s books, she strives to inspire others to connect with nature in meaningful ways. Her garden, a wildflower meadow full of bee-friendly shrubs and flowers, reflects her deep commitment to preserving and enhancing local ecosystems.
As a writer and illustrator, Nan crafts stories that spark a love of nature in young hearts, encouraging the next generation to appreciate and protect the natural world. Her presentations to adult groups share her personal journey in gardening and the creation of her books, aiming to shift perspectives on the beauty and importance of nature in our lives. Interviews with the author below.
Brigit Strawbridge, author, Review of Moira and the Magnificent Bee Beds
“This book is utterly delightful! Beautifully written and illustrated; and packed with important and accessible information about how to create homes for cavity nesting bees, “Moira and the Magnificent Bee Beds” provides children with the perfect introduction to the fascinating world of Red Mason Bees.
Professor Trevor Beebee, University of Sussex, Review of Puddock's Pond
This delightful book is a well-written guide for youngsters learning about wildlife conservation. The text, starring three children, is focussed on helping frogs in gardens. Central to the story is the creation of a pond in which frogs and toads can lay their eggs and the subsequent growth and metamorphosis of tadpoles. Altogether a great read, thoroughly recommended.
Alison Benjamin, Urban Bees, Review for Brilliant Bombus Bumblebee
"Bravo! Talented rhymer and illustrator, Nan is at it again. Using her skills to get young children planting flowers for bees."
Professor Dave Goulson, University of Sussex, Review of Bombus and the Beeline
“A charming and lovely children’s book, showing them why bees are so important and how we can all easily do something to help.”