Glass Jars

Book Details

• Author: Özge Bahar Sunar

• Language: English

• Binding: Paperback

• ISBN: 9789391125424

• Pages: 48

• Release Date: 10-10-2023

About the Book

The Glass Jar invites readers into an enchanting underwater world, where life beneath the sea is typically carefree and beautiful. However, when a sudden accident changes everything, a group of fish finds themselves trapped in glass jars, far from their natural home. This unexpected turn of events leads them to reflect on their own choices and what it means to be "safe."

The story explores the theme of freedom versus confinement, and the fish’s struggle with their new, artificial environment raises questions about life’s unexpected challenges and how one adapts to them. What awaits the fish in their new lives? Will they find a way back to the vast ocean? Through lyrical prose and captivating illustrations, The Glass Jar sparks young imaginations, providing both adventure and a gentle lesson in resilience.

About the Author
Özge Bahar Sunar is an accomplished author who transitioned from teaching to full-time writing. Her first book was published in 2017, and since then, her works have been translated into more than ten languages. She has won numerous awards for her picture books, including an Award of Excellence from Communication Arts and recognition for My Grandma’s Photos by Goodreads. Sunar currently lives in Antalya, Turkey, where she finds inspiration for her children’s stories while hiking in the wild with her two children.

About the Illustrator
Öznur Sönmez, a talented illustrator from Ankara, has worked on more than ten children’s books. A graduate of Hacettepe University’s Graphic Design Department, Sönmez’s vibrant, detailed artwork brings The Glass Jar to life. She also works as a freelance art director in advertising, combining her love for design with her passion for storytelling.