Rayna is an author and illustrator based in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Her latest book A Little Camper Love will be released June 10.
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About the Book
Capturing the quirky designs and adventurous spirit of vintage camper vans, affectionately known as “eggs on wheels,” this cheerful picture book spreads love and affirmations on every page. Each illustration shows a different model of vintage camper van receiving a unique compliment from a friendly bird. This simple concept teaches young children to celebrate what makes each person special and loveable and to share love and positivity to their friends and family wherever they go.
A Little Camper Love is the perfect book to bring along on family camping trips—whether you are travelling in a vintage camper or wish you were!—and helps foster self-confidence and consideration towards others.
A Little Bit of History
The original bolers were invented by Ray Olecko of Winnipeg, Manitoba. The first “egg on wheels”—the affectionate nickname for this style of small moulded fibreglass trailer—was a 13-foot model that went into production in 1968 at a factory on Higgins Avenue.
The boler inspired many other egg campers with similar features and designs, and you’ll get to meet some of them in A Little Camper Love, which shares more history about these Canadian icons.
What People Are Saying
“Rayna Meakin’s A Little Camper Love is a whimsical catalogue of sweet, vintage campers. A simply written, gentle charmer, lovingly illustrated in pastel strokes. Bolers and other 'eggs on wheels' roll through this charming picture book, in celebration of individual differences. Young readers will enjoy independently 'reading the pictures' as well as listening to the engaging and relatable text. A delight from start to finish.”
— Leslie A Davidson, award-winning author of In The Red Canoe and The Sun is a Shine
“The combination of beautiful artwork, positive affirmations and the nostalgic love tribute to vintage camper vans reminds me to return back to appreciating the simple things in life that can bring so much joy and connection.”
— Keith Macpherson, author of Making Sense of Mindfulness
“Deceptively simple, A Little Camper Love by Rayna Meakin illustrates how we may all look similar but we are all very different inside. Each camper is tasked with different responsibilities and assisted by charming bird companions who reflect that purpose.”
— Joanne Thomson, author and illustrator of 300 Mason Jars: Preserving History
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