THE VESSEL WHO WAITED: A story about patience, purpose, and belonging.

Not every vessel is chosen first.But every vessel has a purpose.In the peaceful Reservoir Village, every vessel is filled to the brim except Nilo. Plain, deep, and often teased, Nilo wonders if he will ever be enough.As the seasons pass, Nilo discovers that waiting is not the same as being forgotten. Sometimes the deepest vessels simply take longer to fill, and our greatest purpose is revealed in its own time.The Vessel Who Waited is an illustrated 165-page picture chapter book for grade school readers that explores patience, purpose, resilience, and belonging through a timeless story. Perfect for independent readers or family read-alouds, this heartfelt tale reminds children that everyone's journey unfolds differently and that the very qualities that make us feel different today may become our greatest strengths tomorrow. epicenity.org SIMPLE SYRUP PRODUCTIONS (R)