A Heartwarming Adventure About Friendship, Identity, and Freedom

Fly Beyond the Leaves

The Bug Who Wanted to Be a Bird is more than a story about a ladybug—it’s a celebration of identity, courage, and friendship. Through whimsical garden adventures, Dotty learns that flying isn’t about feathers or boxes, but about embracing who you are.

A Story That Will Make Kids Laugh, Think, and Dream

the Bug who wanted to be a bird

Meet Dotty, the ladybug with shiny wings, a legion of loyal fans (hello, ants!), and the quirkiest leaf jokes in the garden. But Dotty dreams of soaring high, beyond the leaf piles and bug-sized boxes—just like a bird. Join her on a funny, feel-good journey of self-discovery with her new friend, Draco the dragonfly.

About the Creator

Ozlem Ozcelik

Ozlem Ozcelik graduated from the University of London with an engineering degree and was one of the first women in her department at a major telecommunications company. Life as a single mum turned her into a multitasking pro—balancing work, family, and endless cups of coffee with determination and humor. After 20 years teaching maths, inspiring teens to see the magic in numbers, Ozlem returned to university to explore new adventures. She’s happily married and a proud mum to three bright children—her 22-year-old adventurer, 15-year-old creative, and 8-year-old curiosity machine. When she’s not teaching or juggling family life, she’s learning Japanese and German, proving that curiosity never grows old. With warmth, humor, and a touch of whimsy, Ozlem encourages everyone to find their own spark and embrace life’s little joys.

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