Mascot Books is pleased to announce the release of Belly Rise, written by Jill- Lynnette Piazza with illustrations by Debasish Sarma.
We all face anxiety, no matter what stage of life we are in. For children, though, it may be difficult to manage the fluttery, nervous feelings caused by stressful or unfamiliar situations. The unpleasant physical sensations that come with panic and anxiety can be debilitating and scary.
Belly Rise aims to teach children that their thoughts and feelings are valid and that there is nothing to be ashamed of when it comes to anxiety.
“Anxiety is an emotion everybody feels at times and can be more intense for each individual. I wrote this book to educate children on what anxiety is and how to cope with it,” said Piazza.
Rooted in the practice of mindfulness, the book offers practical tips for coping with “belly rise” moments—giving children a voice in their struggle. Additionally, Belly Rise fosters guidance and discussion questions for adults on how they can support children in conversations about mental health.
Jill-Lynnette Piazza is a former New York elementary educator with fourteen years of experience. She also has a master’s degree in reading. As a classroom educator, Piazza provided effective strategies to students with a variety of needs addressing anxiety, ADHD, and other health impairments. Currently, she is a stay-at-home mom, caring for her son and daughter alongside her husband. She is now focusing on her writing career and is extremely passionate about helping parents, children, and educators support
their children, themselves, or their students with struggles they may face as they continue to grow. Piazza is no stranger to the challenges of anxiety and has learned coping skills herself for over two decades with knowledgeable professionals.
To set up an interview, reading, signing, or for information regarding Belly Rise, please contact info@expoundpublicity.com.
Belly Rise (ISBN: 978-1637558690) is available on Amazon and Barnes & Noble. The book is distributed by APG, Ingram, the American Wholesale Book Company, Baker & Taylor, and Follett Library Resources.
About Amplify Publishing Group
Amplify Publishing Group is a leading independent hybrid publisher that is passionate about ideas and voices that need to be heard. APG publishes across a wide variety of genres and is the culmination of twenty years of experience acquiring, producing, marketing, and distributing books. It is home to several distinct imprints, including Amplify Publishing, Mascot Kids, and Mascot Books.