About the book
This is the true story of a baby left on a doorstep in a pink and white carrier bag. Although it is only 579 words long, this picture book deals with just a few, but very dramatic life changing moments for John and Sarah Yorr. “The doorbell rang at exactly 10 past 10.” This simple event is to change the lives of John and Sarah Yorr forever. A surprise package has been left on the doorstep. It is a pink and white carrier bag and it moves. What can be inside? The book is designed to build on the drama of the situation making the reader experience anxiety, sadness and joy, and eager to turn over to the next page. This continues throughout the book with an ending that leaves the reader asking for more.
Editions of The Surprise Package
- Paperback
- ISBN 9781496984081
Read an Excerpt
This is the true story of a baby left on a doorstep in a pink and white carrier bag. Although it is only 579 words long, this picture book deals with just a few, but very dramatic life changing moments for John and Sarah Yorr. “The doorbell rang at exactly 10 past 10.” This simple event is to change the lives of John and Sarah Yorr forever. A surprise package has been left on the doorstep. It is a pink and white carrier bag and it moves. What can be inside? The book is designed to build on the drama of the situation making the reader experience anxiety, sadness and joy, and eager to turn over to the next page. This continues throughout the book with an ending that leaves the reader asking for more.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Surprise Package about?
This is the true story of a baby left on a doorstep in a pink and white carrier bag. Although it is only 579 words long, this picture book deals with just a few, but very dramatic life changing moments for John and Sarah Yorr. “The doorbell rang at exactly 10 past 10.” This simple event is to change the lives of John and Sarah Yorr forever. A surprise package has been left on the doorstep. It is a pink and white carrier bag and it moves. What can be inside? The book is designed to build on the drama of the situation making the reader experience anxiety, sadness and joy, and eager to turn over to the next page. This continues throughout the book with an ending that leaves the reader asking for more.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in The Surprise Package?
Children’s, Teenage and Educational > Children’s / Teenage: General interest
Where can I read a sample of The Surprise Package?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781496984081
Who is/are the Author/s of the book The Surprise Package?
Sheila Roy
Who is the Publisher of the book The Surprise Package?
Authorhouse
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
The Surprise Package is available as paperback(ISBN 9781496984081)