The Umbrella who was Scared of the Rain

Did you know there once was an umbrella who was afraid of the rain? His name is Oli, and this is his story… Oli was able to overcome his fear and become a friend of the rain. Sometimes, when we run away from our fears, by coincidence, we open the door of courage. Written and illustrated with handcrafted collages, The Umbrella who was Scared of the Rain, reminds us that when ordinary persons take small steps, they can become heroes About the Author and Illustrator: Güneş Bloedorn studied public relations and advertising at Gazi University in Ankara, Turkey. She took lessons in graphic design and studied art. She has had two exhibitions of her work in Turkey. She moved to the United States and volunteered at the Walters Art Gallery in Baltimore and Avant Garde Art Gallery in Washington, D.C. After returning to Turkey, she created the illustrations for a children’s activity book. Today, she writes and illustrates children’s picture books, while also contributing her art to a children’s magazine. She has a son with whom she enjoys reading and playing.