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About Chasing Wonder

“Chasing Wonder” defies categorization as it mixes elements of a children’s book with messages that resonate in an almost spiritual sense. Think Dr. Seuss meets the Dalai Lama. Taking place under the sea in a land called “Curiosity.”

The book follows our little oyster friend as he meets and confronts the kinds of existential challenges that afflict us all. 

Along the way, Wonder also learns the meaning of community and friendship as he engages with underwater characters of all sorts, most of which are patterned after the kinds of people we may know or recognize from our own land-based sphere.

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Comprehensive Teacher’s Guide to Chasing Wonder

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Acclaim

  • “Chasing Wonder is magical. I’ve read the story several times, always finding more to enjoy. At times it reminds me of the serendipity of Alice and Wonderland and at others of the simple elegance and charm of Dr. Seuss. Superlatives war with one another as I try to describe this story: It is inspirational, amusing, captivating, fun, insightful, philosophical, and beautifully written.”

    — Willa Perlman, Former President & Publisher of Simon & Schuster Children’s Books Division, and past President of Golden Books

  • “Simply spectacular. The discipline to write this, the creativity to conceive of it and the wisdom and joy it will convey are extraordinary. Sincere thanks for sharing this and may it become a “must read” for children 5 to 95.”

    — Denis Bovin, International Investment Banker, New York City, NY

  • “Beautifully crafted, imaginative, extremely clever, insightful and filled with powerful insights into life. You have something exceptional here. It reflects your creativity, your playfulness, your breadth of knowledge and your compassion. You are a gifted poet with an extraordinary ability to rhyme. Cultivating wonder is the key to life. Your insights into life are all important and worth devoting time to reflect upon and to discuss with others. Every chapter has at least one.”

    — Lee Bycel, Ph.D., Professor, Author,Humanitarian, Aspen Institute Moderator, Berkeley, CA

  • “This is E.B. White and Dr. Seuss for adults, plus a bit of Roald Dahl! I especially am impressed with how the red hat that takes on multiple meanings. How did you ever see this coming? Damn, this is good. You’ve got a winner. It’s a book for sure, maybe a movie. Thank you for sharing this! You put an ear to ear grin on my face.”

    — John Chrystal, International Banker, Des Moines, IA

  • “I just finished reading Chasing Wonder, and I want to read it again. It is tremendously good – complex yet simple, double and triple meanings – humor and thoughtfulness. It is a work of art, fun to read and with the obvious but totally important theme throughout. I am impressed. I loved it and will read it again. Just great.”

    — Rick Crandall, Author of “The Dog Who Took Me Up a Mountain,” Aspen, CO

  • “My impression of “Chasing Wonder” is that it is a breathtaking masterpiece. It is ingenious. I was caught up in the characters and the narrative. I felt the suspense build as I progressed through the chapters. I really enjoyed the humorous tone. The play on words is amazing. I think “Chasing Wonder” surpasses Alice in Wonderland in many ways.”

    — Odette Houghton, MD, Retinal Surgeon, Phoenix, AZ

  • “I love Chasing Wonder – especially Wonder, Coral Larry, and Twain. You bring characters to life and give them personality, like Squid Pro Quo and Sara and Dipidee. Moreover, your subtle inferences and use of language were delightful.”

    — Jay Skyler, MD & Entrepreneur, Biscayne Bay, FL

  • “The writing was inspired. What a monumental accomplishment to have woven this tale together. I’m looking forward to reading it again. You must share it!!”

    — Dave Brautigam, Hinesburg, VT

    Chasing Wonder – Musical Accompaniment

    Emmy award-winning author Greg Lewis and David Melton team up to produce this musical version of Lewis’s book Chasing Wonder. Melton‘s music and Lewis’s narration take the listener on an amazing under-the-sea journey that is rich in rhyme, plays on words, humor, adventure, a bit of danger, and the timeless values for a good life.

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