A Murder Hornet Sculpture Inspires A Children’s Book Against Racism

My fascination with bugs goes back into childhood and my fascination with the art of Rhonda Warsing with her whimsical fantasy take on nature was an ideal combination.

I asked her for a commission on a fiber piece sculpture on a murder hornet and what I got made was a delightful little fellow. She inspired me to create and write a children’s book based on this little fellow about a hornet named “Shivers” who was raised to hate and attack bees until he meets one and becomes best friends. It is a sweet story of love and overcoming hate, using her delightful art.

Created by Rhonda Warsing.

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“Shivers” The Hornet Who Wanted to Become a Gentle Bee

A Murder Hornet Sculpture Inspires A Children's Book Against Racism

A Character in the book, also created by Rhonda Warsing

A Murder Hornet Sculpture Inspires A Children's Book Against Racism

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Debra Van Neste

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I am the Founder of Art is Heart, a large network of artists. I love to write about artists and discover talent. Art is Heart is a subsidiary of my company "Thinking Agenda" and LLC devoted to critical thinking skills and anti-cult awareness.
We feel art is very important in critical thinking, self-awareness, healing, and growth.

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My name is Aelita and I have been an Editor for Bored Panda since 2019. I spend my days working with my amazing team and making articles the best they can be.

Fantasy and magic have always ruled over my world, from movies to TV shows, to Video Games to tabletop games like Dungeos and Dragons, I try to find magic in every part of my life. Writing is a big part of me too, I hope to publish a fantasy novel one day. I also enjoy playing guitar and singing, as music always help me to get in a great mood.

I have an adorable German Shepherd named Hela and we get into all kinds of adventures together.

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