"Fanny, Maha and Haathee wandered down to the beach.

They skipped in the cool rain,

and splashed through the dark salty waves -

but the sea stretched out before them."

June 4th, 1904: Fanny, a timid circus elephant, escapes Coney Island with her friends for a late-night swim at the beach. It's an exciting adventure for her - until she's swept out to sea! Now Fanny must learn what real courage is if she wants to return home.

 

Inspired by a true story, Fanny’s Big Swim is a little-known historical event told through Fanny’s eyes. Her journey from the shores of Coney Island through treacherous waters is an unforgettable one.

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For any inquiries about Fanny's Big Swim, please contact my agent, Cindy Bullard of Birch Literary.