Nia and the Mermaids

By Stephanie O'Connor

Dive into the enchanting tale of Nia, a young girl living on the picturesque west coast of Ireland. Longing for the mythical wonders of the ocean, Nia makes a wish that will change her life forever. Unknown to her, two mermaids catch wind of her desire and decide to weave their magical touch.

Embark on an extraordinary journey as Nia, accompanied by her new mermaid friends, explores the ocean's hidden depths. A captivating underwater adventure unfolds, revealing breathtaking sights, from the annoying antics of a clever but mischievous octopus to the timeless wisdom of a centuries-old turtle.

Immerse yourself in the pages of this magical mermaid book, where friendship and the allure of a fantastical underwater realm come to life. Perfect for ages 8-12 years, this delightful story is sure to delight and kindle imaginations.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Madra Rua Publishing
• Release date: Aug 16, 2020
• ISBN: 9798215280102

Stephanie O'Connor

Stephanie O'Connor is a highly acclaimed Irish children's author renowned for her captivating storytelling, spanning over 50 enchanting books. Based in Ireland, her narratives exude a delightful blend of intelligence and warmth. With a keen focus on engaging young minds, Stephanie's writing embodies creativity and educational value. She writes books and short stories, primarily fiction for young readers, including picture books, chapter books, and middle-grade fiction. They include books about friendship and inclusion, books with a focus on kindness and the value of being a good friend to others, books that celebrate special holidays, magical stories and fables. Her tales transport readers to imaginative worlds while imparting invaluable life lessons, making her a beloved figure in children's literature. Over the years, Stephanie O'Connor's literary contributions have garnered global admiration, enchanting audiences and fostering a deep love for reading. Her stories continue to resonate and inspire young readers around the world.

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Stephanie O’Connor

Nia and the Mermaids

Magical Mermaids Story

First published by Madra Rua Publishing 2020

Copyright © 2020 by Stephanie O’Connor

All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, scanning, or otherwise without written permission from the publisher. It is illegal to copy this book, post it to a website, or distribute it by any other means without permission.

This novel is entirely a work of fiction. The names, characters and incidents portrayed in it are the work of the author's imagination. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, events or localities is entirely coincidental.

Stephanie O’Connor asserts the moral right to be identified as the author of this work.

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For Isabella and Matthew

Contents

1. The Bucket List

2. Magical Mermaids

3. The Deep Blue Ocean

4. Underwater Home

5. Chester

6. The Inky Cuttlefish

7. Octavius

8. Sylvester

9. Turtle Island

10. Home to Dry Land

About the Author

1

The Bucket List

Nobody’s ever seen a mermaid, said Nia’s mom, except perhaps in the movies.

Why not? asked Nia, looking intently up into her mom’s face.

They were sitting at the kitchen table, looking out of the window, and across the harbor at the rolling blue waves of the Atlantic.

Their house, a small white cottage was built on a cliff, overlooking a pretty bay, on the west coast of Ireland.

Her mom often said they were lucky to have such a lovely home. It had been built by her father, Nia’s grandpa, who had once lived there happily with his family. That was a long time before Nia was born. When Nia knew her grandpa, he had been an old man, and he had adored his little granddaughter. It was Nia’s grandpa who had taught her to love the sea, and they had been constant companions right up to the day he died.

Why hasn’t anybody seen a mermaid? asked Nia again.

‘Well, because mermaids aren’t real, replied her mom.

But if no one’s seen them, how do they know they aren’t real? Nia replied.

Hmm, good question her mom replied, slowly nodding her head, I guess you better keep your eyes open this summer. Maybe you’ll be the first to spot one.

Nia was thoughtful for a moment.

"Well, I hope I do see a mermaid someday, and if I do, I’m