"ISLAND SURPRISE: A BAHAMIAN ADVENTURE" OFF TO CAT ISLAND!

 

Young Amira Pratt proudly holds a copy of “Island Surprise: A Bahamian Adventure” before she jets off to Cat Island the next day with her cousins for weeks of summer fun. Asked if she enjoyed reading this beautifully illustrated children’s chapter book, she enthusiastically says “Yes!”

Amira is a Prefect in Grade 5 at Eva Hilton Primary School. She has just turned ten years old. Her grandmother Delray Pratt (who nicknamed her “Mimi”) bought “Island Surprise” for her as she saw how excited she was about the book. Amira’s parents are Ashley Pratt and Dexter Kerr.

“Island Surprise” is a heart-warming adventure story about family, courage and resilience. In “Island Surprise” two young Bahamian brothers face flight issues, a storm, and a hazardous journey on their way to surprise their grandparents on imaginary Coco Plum Island. Action packed, children will love and learn from this fun story.

Shortly after being released, “Island Surprise” was ranked in Amazon's Top 100 Best Sellers in Elementary School books in Australia!

“Island Surprise: A Bahamian Adventure” is available on Amazon at ISLAND SURPRISE in paperback, hardcover and as an eBook. Paperbacks can also be purchased at Logos Bookstore, Harbour Bay, Nassau.

FROM COCO PLUM LANE TO COCO PLUM ISLAND!

 

“From Coco Plum Lane to Coco Plum Island”! Hydie Knowles and her family once lived on Coco Plum Lane, Seabreeze Estates, Nassau, Bahamas! And in “Island Surprise: A Bahamian Adventure”, two young boys head to Coco Plum Island with their parents to surprise their grandparents for Easter!

Hydie is seen here with her copy of Island Surprise and me! She asked me to inscribe my children’s book to “The Knowles Family, who once resided on Coco Plum Lane”! I hope they are all enjoying my heart-warming adventure story about family, courage and resilience!

“Island Surprise: A Bahamian Adventure” is available on Amazon in paperback, hardcover and as an eBook. Shortly after its release, "Island Surprise: A Bahamian Adventure" was Ranked in Amazon's Top 100 Best Sellers in Elementary School books in Australia!

Hydie is a Sustainable Development Goals Officer working collaboratively to report and accelerate the country’s awareness and development towards the SDG’s. During her time in sustainability, she has acquired advanced open water diver and certified board professional project management certifications in addition to research and project consultancy experience. In her spare time, she enjoys going on adventures, spending time with loved ones, painting masterpieces, trying new foods, watching movies and reading books. The genesis of her passion for sustainable living began right at our Bahamian coral reefs, and the rest is history. Her bio says you don’t have to be a tree hugger to contribute to sustainable development initiatives. In fact, pilots, engineers, doctors, social workers, judges, architects all can play a role too.

Hydie Knowles is also a National Youth Parliamentarian as well as a Disabilities Advocate.

“Island Surprise: A Bahamian Adventure” is available on Amazon at ISLAND SURPRISE: A BAHAMIAN ADVENTURE

DONATE A BOOK TO YOUR FAVOURITE SCHOOL OR LIBRARY!

 

Here’s a great idea! Donate a copy of “Island Surprise: A Bahamian Adventure”, an illustrated heart-warming story about family and resilience, to your favourite school or library! I’m sure they would be delighted to receive your gift. “Island Surprise” is available in paperback and hardcover. Buy on Amazon or at Logos Harbour Bay, Nassau, and if you contact me, I would be delighted to autograph it for you!

BUY ISLAND SURPRISE HERE

THANKS A MILLION FOR THE BRILLIANT REVIEWS!

 

I’ve been absolutely thrilled by the wonderful feedback for my children’s book, “Island Surprise: A Bahamian Adventure!”

A huge thank you to everyone who has already taken the time to leave a review — it truly helps new readers discover the book.

If your child has just finished reading it, I’d be so grateful if you could share your thoughts or even a quick star rating on Amazon or Goodreads. Your support means the world!

“Island Surprise” is available on Amazon in paperback, hardcover, and eBook formats here:

ISLAND SURPRISE: A BAHAMIAN ADVENTURE

ASPIRING YOUNG AUTHOR FROM WALES U.K.

 

Six-year-old River from Wales, U.K., was so inspired by “Island Surprise: A Bahamian Adventure” by Fay Knowles that she decided to write a book herself! Here she is “dictating” to her father what to type.

Shortly after its release, "Island Surprise" was Ranked in Amazon's Top 100 Best Sellers in Elementary School books in Australia! It's a heart-warming adventure story about family, courage and resilience.

This beautifully illustrated chapter book is primarily suitable for ages 5 to 10, but it may also be enjoyed by younger or older readers who are captivated by imaginative stories. Two young Bahamian brothers face flight issues, a storm, and a hazardous journey on their way to surprise their grandparents on Coco Plum Island. Action packed, children will love and learn from this fun story.

AVAILABLE ON AMAZON IN PAPERBACK, HARDCOVER AND AS AN E-BOOK at https://mybook.to/ISLANDSURPRISE

 

CHILDREN READING "ISLAND SURPRISE: A BAHAMIAN ADVENTURE" OVER AND OVER!

 

Ten-year-old Demi Bowe proudly holds her copy of “Island Surprise: A Bahamian Adventure” that her father Demetri Bowe bought for her. Demetri is a retired bank manager and Demi’s parents Demetri and Ruth D. Bowe own and operate a business called Bold Pineapple Beauty (Ruthdbowe@gmail.com).

Excited with her new book, Demi said she was going to read Island Surprise “over and over again”!

“Island Surprise: A Bahamian Adventure” is available on Amazon at https://mybook.to/ISLANDSURPRISE in paperback, hardcover and as an eBook.

Also, paperbacks can be purchased locally at Logos, Harbour Bay.

A UK GRANDFATHER'S THOUGHTS ABOUT ISLAND SURPRISE

 

Gosh! 🌟 This new review from “Andy”, a UK grandpa, about "Island Surprise: A Bahamian Adventure" really says it all! 👴

“I have read this delightful book 📚 myself, before passing it to my grandchildren. The book has a clear print, easy to read, and the charming illustrations 🎨 appear throughout. I sat down to read part of the story, and couldn’t put it down. Fay cleverly describes the beauty of the island 🌴, as well as explaining the older traditions and meaning of local words. The characters are all well presented, endearing ❤️, overcoming problems, friendly 😊, and helpful. A most enjoyable read. Thank you, Fay!”

Thank you so much to this UK grandpa! 🙏

Get your copy of “Island Surprise: A Bahamian Adventure” and delight the young children in your life! 🎉✨ ORDER ISLAND SURPRISE HERE!

 

ISLAND SURPRISE MOVING ON UP!

 

“🌴 Island Surprise: A Bahamian Adventure” is creeping towards top 100 status on Amazon .com! 📈 It’s #510 in Early Childhood Education on Amazon .com! 📚🌊✨

Readers from Amazon .com can be from any regions where customers use that platform to buy from, including The Bahamas.

And there has been another lovely review of “Island Surprise”! 🥰 This time from Spain on Amazon .com: “Super book for adults and kids to read together! Lovely story and beautiful illustrations to go with it.” Muchas gracias! 🙏

For fellow authors – let’s hope this review on Amazon .com from Spain means that Amazon is now spreading reviews across all platforms. My UK reviews haven’t appeared on Amazon .com yet though.

Help “Island Surprise: A Bahamian Adventure” reach top 100 status (or even further!) 🎯 over all Amazon platforms by going to https://mybook.to/ISLANDSURPRISE 🌊📖  and buying a copy! And share with your family and friends! Thank you!

ISLAND SURPRISE ARRIVED!

Get your copy of "Island Surprise: A Bahamian Adventure" by Fay Knowles on Amazon at ISLAND SURPRISE Or if you're in Nassau you can buy paperbacks direct from me at $14 each while supplies last.

Author Fay Knowles is a long-time resident of The Bahamas and originally from Scotland. She is married to Bahamian songwriter/guitarist/vocalist Erskine Knowles.

Fay's books can be found at https://amazon.com/author/fayknowles . Her first illustrated children's book set in The Bahamas "Island Surprise: A Bahamian Adventure" is available in paperback, hardcover and as an eBook at https://mybook.to/ISLANDSURPRISE

"ISLAND SURPRISE: A BAHAMIAN ADVENTURE" SNAPPED UP IN SPAIN!

 

Wow! 🌟 Had a paperback copy of "Island Surprise: A Bahamian Adventure" sold in Spain today. "Gracias!" 🙏📚

Grab your copy on Amazon at ISLAND SURPRISE: A BAHAMIAN ADVENTURE

"ISLAND SURPRISE: A BAHAMIAN ADVENTURE" FEATURED IN THE EXETER DAILY!

 

I am thrilled that my illustrated children’s chapter book “Island Surprise: A Bahamian Adventure” 🌴📖 has been featured in "The Exeter Daily" 📰, England! 🎉 

THE EXETER DAILY 

Don’t forget to order a copy of this exciting children’s book for the special children in your life! 📚✨

ISLAND SURPRISE FEATURED IN THE BUCKS HERALD UK

The Bucks Herald, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, England, has featured “Island Surprise: A Bahamian Adventure”! 🌴📚✨ FORMER STUDENT LAUNCHES FIRST CHILDREN'S BOOK Excuse the advertisements! I think The Bucks Herald also publishes a print edition, so will add a copy of that when/if it’s available.

📰 Get your copy of “Island Surprise: A Bahamian Adventure” for that special little one on Amazon at 📖👉 https://mybook.to/ISLANDSURPRISE 🌊🌺🦜

CAPTIVATING ILLUSTRATIONS IGNITE YOUNG IMAGINATIONS!

 

🌟 Captivating Illustrations Ignite Young Imaginations! ✨📖 I’m thrilled to share a sneak peek at one of the delightful illustrations from my new children’s book, "Island Surprise: A Bahamian Adventure"! 🏝️🌊 Here, two young Bahamian boys, Michael and Tony, eagerly await their parents as they seek a flight to enchanting Coco Plum Island. ✈️🌺

“Island Surprise: A Bahamian Adventure” is available in paperback, hardcover, and as an eBook 📚💻 at ISLAND SURPRISE 🎉✨

COVER REVEAL - FAY'S NEW CHILDREN'S BOOK!

 

🎉 COVER REVEAL! Action packed 💥 and heart-warming ❤️, children will love and learn from “Island Surprise: A Bahamian Adventure” by Fay Knowles️, a fun story of family togetherness 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦, simplicity 🌊 and resilience! 💪 Scheduled for release Sunday, November 30th, 2025. Will be available in paperback, hardcover and as an e-book 📚✨

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UPCOMING ILLUSTRATED CHILDREN'S BOOK SET IN THE BAHAMAS

 🎨📖 Inspire young adventurers to explore an exciting journey with my upcoming children's book set in The Bahamas featuring 16 whimsical illustrations (including the cover) as they discover the magic woven into 12 captivating chapters! 🌴🌊✨

📣 Title and Publication date to be announced! 📣 Stay tuned for more details!