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Two sisters teach life lessons through children's book | Community Voices

Dylan's Hero book cover.
Photo courtesy of Christy Freeman.
"Dylan's Hero: A Story of Overcoming Negative Thinking" was written by Dr. Melissa Fisher Paoni and illustrated by artist Christy Freeman Stark.

Child psychologist Dr. Melissa Fisher Paoni and artist Christy Freeman Stark are a sister duo from Central Illinois who have collaborated on children's books. Their latest book "Dylan's Hero: A Story of Overcoming Negative Thinking" was just released. They spoke to Community Voices about their other books, strategies for overcoming negative thinking in adults and their upcoming projects.

Beatrice is the Community Voices Editor for NPR Illinois. Reach Bea at communityvoices@nprillinois.org.
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