The Wiscasset Public Library Children’s Room is pleased to have two area residents coming to the Library on March 6 and 20 to present their new book, “Messageof the Owl,” a story for all ages.

June and Bob Rose recently released their new book. The story has three parts: A Shared Mission, Incident at Ice Pond and The Message Unfolds. The plot follows a quest by animals thatcharacterize real personalities, familiar to us all.

In fact, the readers may find a piece of themselves in the story.Most of the action occurs in Edgecomb around Poole’s Landing andthe Old Ice Pond, located near Bennett’s Neck. Bob Rose’s illustrations give the book adynamic charm with his special use of color and movement.

The Roses live on the River Road, where they found inspiration from their own backyard and decided to turn their observations into a tale of seeking and finding answers. 

Bob Rose’s early career as a graphic artist included several years as a book designer. He also is a successful fine artist whose work is found in collections around New England. June Rose is a Boothbay native who has written poetry all her life. Currently employed as gallery manager at the Boothbay Region Art Foundation, she is also the author of a small book of poems called “A Time for Every Season.”

“Message of the Owl”was written, designed and self-published by the Roses. The book was printed at Lincoln County News in Damariscotta. Signed copies are available at Sherman’s Bookstore in Boothbay Harbor and at The Weatherbird in Damariscotta.

The book will be appreciated best by school children of all ages yet is perfect for grandchildren and grandparents to experience together.

The Roses will read and present their book in the Children’s Room in two sessions on Wednesdays, March 6 and March 20, both at 6 p.m.