Local author releases children’s book

A Hilton Head Island author has released a new children’s book inspired by the shorebirds of the Lowcountry, partnering with local photographers and a Bluffton illustrator on the project.

Diana Bosse’s latest book, Peyton the Pelican: The Odd Bird of Audubon Pond, is a 36-page, full-color hardcover that follows a curious pelican who leaves the beach and encounters other coastal birds. The story introduces young readers to species commonly found on Hilton Head Island and along the southeastern coast.

The book features illustrations by Bluffton cartoonist Steve Wallace. A glossary section includes bird photographs contributed by 12 Hilton Head-area photographers.

Bosse previously authored The Perks of Having Cancer: An Inspirational, Positive and Humorous View of a Not-So-Inspirational, Positive or Humorous Situation, which chronicled her experience with a lymphoma diagnosis and treatment.

Peyton the Pelican is priced at $19.99 and is available at several retail locations on Hilton Head Island and Bluffton including the Harbour Town Lighthouse & Museum, Island Child. Signed copies are also available through the author.