About the Book

When Flynn the fly takes a wrong turn on the way to Cape Canaveral, frustration quickly gives way to wonder. Soon she is soaring beneath the waves, where coral reefs, mangrove forests, undersea mountain ranges, and a giant squid reveal just how much there is to learn about our precious planet.

Written by author, pilot, and philanthropist Lauren Sánchez Bezos, The Fly Who Flew Under the Sea is a beautifully illustrated picture book about exploration, biodiversity, self-acceptance, and the power of curiosity. As Flynn discovers the wonders of the ocean, young readers are invited to see learning differences as strengths and to follow their questions wherever they lead.

Perfect for curious kids, little explorers, classrooms, libraries, and family storytime, this deluxe hardcover picture book includes special features that make Flynn’s journey even more exciting:

  • A glow-in-the-dark undersea spread that brings the deep-sea setting to life 
  • A removable jacket poster with glow-in-the-dark details 
  • A super-sized spread for an immersive reading experience 
  • A STEM-focused Undersea Glossary introducing sea creatures, habitats, and scientific concepts 
  • An inspiring message about confidence, conservation, and learning differences 

A must-have for fans of children’s ocean books, STEM picture books, books about sea animals, and interactive children’s books, The Fly Who Flew Under the Sea invites young readers to dive deep, dream big, and discover the wonders waiting just below the surface.

Eva Longoria

Actor

The Fly Who Flew Under the Sea is a magical adventure that sparks curiosity and confidence in children. As a mother, I love stories that inspire young readers to explore, dream big, and discover that even an unexpected path can lead to the most extraordinary places when you stay true to yourself. Lauren has outdone herself on this one!

Jessica Seinfeld

Founder Good+Foundation

Flynn the Fly represents a spirit of bold exploration and imagination we love to encourage in our children, while also helping them cultivate a love of nature and all its wonders. It’s a beautiful story with a powerful message, and I can’t wait to see where Flynn’s adventures go next.

Khloé Kardashian

I love how Lauren’s books encourage kids to believe in their power, their voice, and their imagination. Her stories, The Fly Who Flew to Space and now The Fly Who Flew Under the Sea, show them they can do anything — that’s the kind of message every child deserves to hear. My children love these books!

Midwest Book Review

"With her new picture book, "The Fly Who Flew Under the Sea", author, pilot, and philanthropist Lauren Sanchez Bezos takes young readers on an undersea adventure filled with breathtaking biodiversity and the power of self-acceptance."

USA Today

“An unforgettable glow-in-the-dark adventure under the sea!”

Meet the Author

Long before Emmy Award-winning journalist, pilot, and philanthropist Lauren Sánchez Bezos was a NY Times bestselling children’s book author, she was a little girl with big dreams. Growing up in Albuquerque, New Mexico, she looked to her father, a former flight instructor, and dreamed of one day becoming a pilot. Watching him ignited Lauren’s passion for aviation. After a long career in journalism, Lauren finally got her pilot’s license in her 40s—proving you are never too old to chase your dreams. Years later, Lauren can see her own kids looking to the sky with wonder. That experience as a mom, coupled with her love of storytelling and adventure, motivated Lauren to writeThe Fly Who Flew series. Lauren hopes this new adventure will inspire kids to follow their dreams and see that learning differences can be a superpower.

Meet the Illustrator

Raleigh Stewart is a multi-disciplined creative artist with over 25 years of experience in Hollywood’s entertainment industry. With a diverse skill set that includes Art direction, broadcast motion graphics, title design, illustration, oil painting, prop making, model making, bladesmithing, fabrication, and wood & leather craft, Raleigh brings a fresh and innovative perspective to every project. Throughout his career, Raleigh has collaborated with major studios such as Lucasfilm, Disney, Warner Brothers, Universal, Studio Ghibli, Paramount, Amazon, Netflix, Apple, Playtone, CNN and many more. His work has been recognized by respected publications, including multiple Clio awards for his work with CNN and Lucasfilm.

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