Sheila Ruiz, born on December 8, 1960, is an enthralling children’s book author whose magical stories take young readers to fantastical places. Her journey as a writer began during her college years when she took a writing course. However, it wasn’t until she was pregnant with her first child that the magic truly unfolded. She became inspired to write as she read a great deal of books and stories; ideas for novels would just come to her on their own. Yet, it would be years before she decided to share her imaginative worlds with the world.

The Magical Ant: A Story of Friendship

The Magic Ant, Sheila’s first book, tells a touching story of friendship. The story centers around David, a little boy who discovers an ordinary ant in his backyard. But what if this ant possessed extraordinary powers? What if it could magically shrink David down to its size? And so, the enchanting adventure begins.

Through David and the little ant, Sheila imparts a powerful message: Kindness knows no bounds; it extends to even the tiniest organisms, such as ants. As readers follow their journey, they learn about ants, anthills, and tunnels, all while embracing the beauty of friendship.

The Magic Ant Series

Sheila’s creativity knows no bounds, and she’s currently working on a series of The Magic Ant books. Peek into the upcoming installments:

The Magic Ant and the Rain Storm: In this thrilling sequel, the anthill faces a flood from a rainstorm. The ants must band together, swimming through tunnels, and helping one another. There’s lots of excitement and friendship!

The Magic Ant Loses His Magic: When little Jerry, the ant, falls ill due to the rainstorm, erroneously, he diminishes the power of magic. David finds himself both big and small within the anthill, leading to chaos. While the imagination soars and the ants scurry, rocks fall.

Beyond the Pages

Sheila believes that books are more than mere stories, they shape young minds. Through reading, kids expand their vocabulary, discover new words, and explore their creative side. Perhaps some of them will even become authors themselves someday.

Aspiring to be a teacher, Sheila’s next three books venture beyond ants. Brace yourselves for The Flight of the Dandy Lion, a whimsical journey. Then, follow the butterfly’s delicate path and witness the dragonfly or hummingbird take flight.

Obstacles and Achievements In Writing Journey

For Sheila, writing is exhilarating, but the journey doesn’t end there. Collaborating with illustrators to bring her vision to life can be both rewarding and challenging. Yet, she perseveres, ensuring her stories resonate with readers.

Sheila’s website, lovingly crafted with her own hands, isn’t just for kids. Parents can find inspiration, too. Articles on sustainability, the planet, and parenting tips await. After all, for both parents and children, books serve as a common bond and a shared experience.

Enter Sheila Ruiz’s magical world, where ants can control magic, friendships grow, and the possibilities are endless. Let her words spark laughter, curiosity, and a lifelong love for reading.