About this ebook
Years later, in 2023, while studying Music Performance & Production at Weston College in the UK, Alice rediscovered the idea and reimagined it—this time as an animated story. She even composed the first music track for it during her studies. The plot featured a small bee living a peaceful life until her hive was suddenly attacked by a big, angry bear. Despite the promising start, the animation project was never completed due to a lack of funding.
But the idea refused to fade.
In 2024, Alice transformed that original spark into a full children’s book titled Brave Bee Berry. This heartwarming tale follows Berry, a small bee with a big heart, who learns to believe in herself and leads her friends in protecting their hive. The story gently teaches young readers about courage, teamwork, and self-confidence in an engaging and accessible way.
The book became a collaborative effort between Alice, her editor, and illustrator. The first 30 printed copies were published by the Ukrainian publishing house Master Knyg. Three copies were sent to the Princess of Wales and her children. To Alice’s delight, she received a heartfelt reply from the Princess herself, warmly praising the book.
Brave Bee Berry quickly found its audience—ten copies were sold at a local café on Wick Farm, and the story touched the hearts of children and parents alike.
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About the author
Alice Adams grew up in the Ukrainian city of Vinnytsia, where her passion for storytelling began in childhood. One defining moment came when her grandmother burned her early manuscripts—an experience that, rather than discouraging her, deepened her belief that she was destined to write.
Her creative journey led her to the United Kingdom, where she now lives in Weston-super-Mare. She earned a Level 1 diploma in Music Performance & Production from Weston College, and is currently continuing her education remotely through Kyiv University of Culture, specializing in Fashion and Show Business Directing.
Alice draws inspiration from folklore, nature, and personal experience. She expresses herself through contemporary and traditional songwriting, poetry, and children’s literature. Writing is her way of exploring emotion and connecting with others, especially the younger generation.
Her debut children’s book, Brave Bee Berry, is a story about kindness, courage, and the power of friendship. The story is set against a vivid backdrop inspired by the beauty of the Ukrainian land and the hardworking spirit of its people. The book has been praised for its gentle moral lessons and was warmly received by the Princess of Wales. It reflects Alice’s belief that every action—no matter how small—can have lasting consequences.
When she is not studying or working on creative projects, Alice writes stories inspired by everyday life, animated films, movies, and the works of other authors. At times, ideas appear out of nowhere—stories that are not connected to real-life events or any external influence. These often unfold into entire worlds shaped solely by her imagination, where reality and fantasy remain separate. This spontaneous creativity continues to fuel her passion for storytelling and spark the magical narratives she shares with young readers.
