The Harden Library will be hosting author Leanne Heffernan as she discusses her new book, Eric the Caterpillar’s Amazing Journey.

The book is based on the inspiring true story of a caterpillar who appeared on Leanne’s doorstep one day in urgent need of help. “Annabelle-Rose finds a beautiful caterpillar outside her window.

She names it Eric and decides to care for it until it becomes a butterfly… but something is very wrong with her new friend.

Can Annabelle-Rose find a way to save Eric before it’s too late?” The book’s blurb reads.

“Based on the inspiring true story of a little caterpillar who touched thousands of hearts all around the world.”

Leanne documented Eric the Caterpillar’s extraordinary story, which went viral on social media and gained thousands of followers from all over the world.

The book will be Leanne’s second book with her debut book called ‘I Still Dream of Horses’ about a girl named Leanne who at the age of 14, her dream comes to life when she becomes the proud new owner of Consuela, a swaybacked old appaloosa mare who is far from ordinary.

As their world continues to change around them, the girl and her beloved horse find themselves on an unexpected journey through the most challenging years of their lives.

Leanne grows up and Consuela grows old, but their incredible bond remains unbreakable; in the end, only time can separate them.

I Still Dream of Horses is a spellbinding reminder that sometimes, dreams really do come true.

Get to know Consuela and other lovable characters such as Frosty the quarter horse, Moppy the Clydesdale, Billy the cashmere goat and Max-a-Million the cheeky puppy. Their adventures, personalities and stories will make you smile, laugh, and maybe even cry. To hear Leanne talk more about her riveting new book, make sure you to head down to the Harden Library on Wednesday the 15th of June at 11am.