Keep Believing: The Samoan Legend of The Turtle and The Shark - Hardcover

Su'a, Melissa L; Su'a, Eliana S

Hardcover

ISBN 13: 9798218508791

Publisher: Sua Films, 2024

Synopsis

Step into the captivating world of Keep Believing: The Samoan Legend of The Turtle and The Shark, a touching Polynesian tale set in the heart of the vibrant American Samoan village of Vaitogi. The story centers on a courageous young girl who embarks on a heartfelt quest to find a cure for her beloved grandfather's illness. Her journey is filled with challenges, but with the guidance of her Aunty and her village's ancient legend of The Turtle and The Shark-she discovers that the path to healing lies not just in remedies but in the wisdom and traditions passed down through generations.

As she delves deeper into the legend, she learns that the Turtle and the Shark story is more than just a legend; it is a powerful reminder of the love, unity, and resilience that bind her community. The legend reveals that true strength comes from the collective spirit of the village and the ancestral knowledge that has endured through time.

Through this beautiful story, Keep Believing celebrates the importance of family, culture, and the lasting connections that define us. It reminds us that the answers we seek are sometimes hidden in the stories and traditions that have shaped our identity for centuries.

About this title

About the Authors

Melissa Su'a is a mother of three and the CEO of Su'a Films, where she leads the creative and strategic direction of the company, overseeing the development and production of film and television projects aimed at bringing culturally diverse stories to the forefront of the entertainment industry. With a hands-on approach to screenwriting, Melissa contributes to shaping meaningful narratives that amplify underrepresented voices. Inspired by her daughter Eliana's success as an actress in the industry, she teamed up with her husband Justin and daughter Eliana to bring these stories to life. Sua Films is currently developing several exciting projects, including a Samoan feature film, a book-to-series adaptation of a Pasifika story, and a feature based on the true story of a young Māori woman. Keep Believing: The Samoan Legend of The Turtle and The Shark is the release of Melissa's second children's book. Her mission is to promote underrepresented voices and foster diversity in storytelling.

Eliana Su'a is an actress and co-author, celebrated for her unique talent, heritage, and passion for the arts. Half-Samoan and half-Latina, Eliana has charmed audiences since age eight, breaking out as Dwayne Johnson's daughter in Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw and now starring in Disney's Pretty Freekin' Scary. With a background in theater, film, and television, Eliana is also a producer with Su'a Films, her family's production company, where she is actively developing several features and series.

Edition details

• Publisher: Sua Films
• Publication date: 2024
• Language: English
• ISBN 13: 9798218508791
• Binding: Hardcover
• Illustrator: Farias Lidia
• Number of pages: 46