By Aja James and Audrey Masoner
with Sly James
Illustrated by Rob Peters
Full color illustrations, hard cover with color dust jacket
What would you do if you could travel back in
time in your favorite city?
Kansas City is a gem in the Heart of America! And to understand why
it’s such a great city, one should learn about the events and people
behind its rich and remarkable history. So, what about a time travel
adventure to explore Kansas City’s history as it happened? And who
better to be our guide on this fascinating journey than Kansas City’s
Mayor Sly James. Presenting the wonderfully illustrated adventure,
Mayor Sly and the Magic Bow Tie for your bookshelves!
When it comes to all things Kansas City, there is no one better to take
you on this adventure than Kansas City’s Mayor Sly James. Since he
grew up in Kansas City and is now its mayor, Sly knows the city better
than anyone. Mayor Sly will take the reader on an adventure back in
time, through the magic of his trademark bow tie. You will visit some of
his favorite locations and landmarks, with a first person preview of key
events in Kansas City’s exciting history. At each time-travel stop, you’ll
learn about Kansas City’s past and meet some of the influential leaders
who made a lasting impact on the city and the region.
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Mayor Sly and the Magic Bow Tie
A Kansas City Adventure
By Aja James and Audrey Masoner
with Sly James
$18.95
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AUTHOR INFORMATION:
Kansas City Mayor Sly James was born and raised in Kansas City. He
learned valuable lessons about resiliency and dedication watching his
parents work hard to take care of their family. This up-bringing laid
the foundation for Mayor Sly’s commitment to education and ensuring
every child receives a high-quality education, regardless of where they
live or their socio-economic background.
Mayor Sly James attended Bishop Hogan High School in Kansas City
and later served as a military police officer during the Vietnam War. He
graduated from Rockhurst College and earned his law degree from
the University of Minnesota. Prior to his election in 2011, Mayor Sly
James enjoyed a successful legal career which spanned nearly three
decades. Mayor James has four children and two grandchildren who
have inspired him to write this book.
Having grown up in the heart of downtown, Aja James has Kansas
City in her blood. While she enjoys traveling there has always been
something pulling her back to her hometown. She was raised by one
of Kansas City’s biggest fans (Mayor Sly James!), who taught her all
about her hometown. She also learned that with each new day there
was always more to learn and explore! Throughout middle and high
school Aja focused on multiple mediums of art and creative works,
many of which were Kansas City focused and inspired. Aja attended
the University of Kansas to study business marketing and has since
found her passion in health and fitness and aims to help Kansas City be
a more fit and healthy city. Family is a huge part of Aja’s life and a main
inspiration for this story.
Audrey Masoner is a proud Kansas City area resident. As a graduate
of Rockhurst University, she found a love for everything that Kansas City
has to offer and the history behind the wonderful city. It was her college political science class final project that left her with a desire to write a children's book. Audrey believes that knowledge of the past is fundamental in order to pave the way for the future and through writing this knowledge can be shared.
Illustrator Rob Peters is also a cartoonist and designer. He has a
degree in Visual Communications from Judson College in Elgin, Ill.,
and has worked as a cover artist, designer and freelance artist. He has
designed logos, book covers and illustrated dozens of children’s books,
including Go Cubs Go! Baseball’s Never Give Up Story. He lives with his
wife and family in Topeka, Kansas.
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8.25 x 10.25
48
English
Children’s, Travel, Missouri, Kansas City
November 2017
978-0-9989224-6-1
978-0-9989224-7-8 ebook
$18.95 US $23.95 Canada
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*Cover subject to change
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