Speechless! I really didn't expect the book 50 Activities to Sharpen Children's Emotions to win the Readers' Choice 2025 award for favourite local non-fiction book.
Due to the time zone difference, I received the news while it was still dark outside and there were no signs of life in my house. I was so excited that I wanted to jump around and scream to express my emotions, but I could only feel hysterical inside.
From the moment I found out that my book had been nominated for 'Local Non-Fiction Book' in July, I felt lucky and grateful. Seeing my book alongside other nominated books with important themes was a great honour.
Now I am even more grateful. My deepest thanks go to:
The entire Bipgramedia team for giving me the opportunity to publish this book and trusting me with it.
Mbak Noniemtmt, Mbak Chagijung and Mas Ahenrys for all their help and support. I hope they are not discouraged by my stubbornness and randomness! (I am also happy and proud to see Mbak and Mas receiving their awards.)
All the readers and voters of this book. I hope this book will help more children and parents.
To everyone who has been kind and supportive, no matter how absurd my ideas may seem. Without you, I would be nothing.
Thank you again for everything. This award is also for you.