The Writers of Wales Database

LITTLE, AWEN

Email: awen.little@btinternet.com
Website: www.Sid-The-Sock-Eating-Monster.com

Awen was born in Carmarthen. She attended Ysgol y Dderwen and The Queen Elizabeth Grammar School for Girls where one of her early influences was Beti Hughes who taught her Welsh. She is a graduate of Swansea University where she gained a BSc Psychology ( Hons.). She has retained an interest in psychology and recently became a Licensed Practitioner of Neuro Linguistic Programming. Whilst at Swansea, she was involved with developing the Welsh version of Linkword with Dr. Michael Gruneberg. She met her husband; Tony, at Swansea University. They now have two daughters, Sara Ellen Angharad and Rhiannon Lisa Mai.

Awen has written for pleasure for many years. She has now published her first children’s book, Sid the Sock Eating Monster (AuthorHouse, 2007). The book answers the question of what happens to missing socks in washing machines. As a parent and school governor, she is passionate about getting children interested in reading at an early age hence choosing to write for the 4-7 age group. As a fluent Welsh speaker, she plans to publish a Welsh version of the book as soon as possible.   

Awen is an Associate member of Literature Wales, SCBWI (Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators) and New Writers UK.

Reviews:    
With respect to Sid the Sock Eating Monster (AuthorHouse, 2007)

"…I think its a great story and I’m sure children will enjoy it…"
Jacqueline Wilson

"...A charming children’s book about Sid,a Tyranosoccus sox, a species which commonly lives in houses with washing machines where they look for food. He’s a cheerful green monster who doesn’t really frighten and just makes little kids wonder where all those lost socks go. Fast paced, this book contains rhymes which amuse and illustrations that delight. Together, young children will learn the days of the week as well as names of colours..."
John Jones, Western Mail (19th Jan, 2008)

"...There’s no doubt that learning to read at the very earliest age possible, gives our children a significant headstart, not only in their education, but in theireveryday lives too... Someone who is helping make reading a valued and enjoyed part of an early learner’s day is Awen Little...you can see that Awen’s aim is to encourage children to read by making it fun as well as educational…"
David Shelton, newone magazine, Issue 5, Winter 2007         
www.newonemagazine.co.uk

"...We  have used the book as a starting point for a focused themed topic within our Foundation Phase modules, it’s potential is limitless as regards projects and activities for young children including elements such as: time, colours, families, feelings, pets, patterns and safety to name a few..."  
Carys Richards, Lecturer of  Initial Teacher Training, Trinity College, Carmarthen



Selected Publications:
Sid the Sock Eating Monster (Author House, 2007)                                              

 
Sid the Sock Eating Monster (Author House, 2007)    

At last ! The answer to what happens to socks in washing machines... they are eaten by Sid the Sock Eating Monster !

Sid aims to be both fun and educational for children and for parents and teachers reading about him.

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