The Shoemaker and the Elves

An old shoemaker has a shoe shop. It doesn't make much money. One morning he comes down and sees something on the table. It's a beautiful pair of shoes. Every morning he finds new shoes. But who is helping him? The shoemaker and his wife hide in the shop and wait...

Sue Arengo, Author 

Weaving Words and Art into Vibrant Stories

Sue Arengo is a versatile and accomplished creator known for her contributions as an author and artist. Her journey through the realms of literature and art has enriched the lives of many, particularly children and young adults.

Sue Arengo's academic journey began with pursuing knowledge, culminating in a remarkable achievement—a 1st Class (Hons) degree in Humanities. This strong foundation in the humanities laid the groundwork for her subsequent creative endeavours.

For over two decades, Sue Arengo dedicated her talents to Oxford University Press, where she served as a freelance author. Her primary focus was crafting engaging and imaginative fiction for children and young adults learning English as a foreign language. Through her work, she aimed to provide young readers with captivating stories that entertained and facilitated language acquisition.

Among her literary accomplishments, Sue Arengo created numerous original stories, each brimming with creativity and charm. Titles like "Baby Robot" and "Archie's Sweet Shop" are testaments to her ability to capture the hearts and imaginations of her young audience.

One of her most significant achievements at Oxford University Press was creating the multi-award-winning series, "Classic Tales." In this series, Sue Arengo skillfully retold traditional fairy tales, making them accessible and engaging for learners of English around the world. The enduring popularity of "Classic Tales," now in its second edition, attests to the timeless appeal of her storytelling.

Beyond her literary pursuits, Sue Arengo is also a self-taught artist known under the pseudonym Kisa. Her art is characterized by its vibrancy, imagination, and visionary qualities, brought to life through top-grade oil paints. Her artistic talents have been displayed in exhibitions, with one of her most recent showcases held at The New Room cafe at John Wesley's Methodist Chapel in Broadmead, Bristol.

Sue Arengo's creative spirit knows no bounds, as evident in her author and artist work. Her ability to weave words into enchanting tales and translate her imagination onto canvas has impacted those fortunate enough to encounter her artistry. With a commitment to spark young readers' imaginations and enrich the visual world through her art, Sue Arengo's contributions to literature and art continue to be celebrated and cherished.

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