Books with author Clara C. Johnson

It's not always the quest for the cup. Sometimes, it's the quest for what's in the cup.Lance wants nothing more than to be there to fight the dragons for his beloved Princess Alexandra. With his faithful steed by his side, Lance sets out for the magic elixir found only in the Holy Grail. With its strengthening power, facing off an old hag, the bewitching woods, and the strange ogre who lives under a bridge should be easy. But when it comes to Alexandra's dragons, things aren't quite what they all seem to be. Will Lance's gift be enough -- or will his princess require something even more powerful to sustain her? Pull up a cup of your favorite "elixir" and enjoy this sweet and snarky satire story from C. S. Johnson, where the dragons are real, even if they aren't. FROM THE STORY: Every knight has a quest, and every quest has its reward.As a knight-errant, albeit one still in training, with only a year of service behind him, Lance took his duty seriously. But waking up was also a serious business, and that was why, despite the midmorning light flickering over his face, Lance was still half asleep. His faithful steed stepped up to help him, breathing smelly fumes into his face.“Blah!” Lance sputtered, trying to clear his tongue of the frothy waft. “What have you been eating, Percy?”His pet’s pungent wake-up call forced Lance to roll over. When the heat of Percy’s breath continued to eat into the shield of his pending sleep, Lance finally gave in to his beast’s rude awakening.“Alright, I’m getting up. Back from me, you fearsome brute.”The horse was far from intimidated by Lance’s waking grogginess; instead, he moved closer to his master, nuzzling him with his wet nose.“You’re lucky you’re the runt of your family,” Lance grumbled, sitting up. He patted down his hair, brushing the chestnut locks out of his eyes, before taking in the full sight of the bouncing creature before him. “Or you would be tied outside, like the ones at my mother’s house.”Percy gave a small yip, and the nuzzle became a nudge.“Alright, alright,” Lance muttered, petting his horse’s long, flowing mane playfully. “I know you’re hungry.”He also knew there was no point in trying to sleep when Percy was hungry—no matter how sleepy he still was.“I suppose you’re right, anyway, Percy.” Lance yawned and rubbed his hands over his face. “We promised the princess we would save her today, and every knight knows there is nothing more important than completing his quest.”Lance tossed Percy several treats and stroked his pet affectionately, before he put on his armor for the day. He pulled a breastplate polished to a shine over his head, slipped his feet into protective boots, and even donned a helmet to protect his face from the bright summer sunshine.Before too long, he stepped outside his quarters. Percy came trotting eagerly after him. With his steed at his side and a grin on his face, Lance set out into the morning to see his princess.“Princess Alexandra, I am coming for you,” he called out rapturously, eager to see his beloved once more.FROM THE AUTHOR: It's a good romantic tale that hints at the darker sides of depression and mental health, and the troubles we sometimes face when we befriend our demons, with liquid portals, jokes about avocados, strange references to illegal plants, and coffee runs. What's not to love? WHAT REVIEWERS ARE SAYING: "... An endearing story of love ... " ~ Dee Bookworm

Reluctant debutante Keziah Montgomery lives beneath the weighty expectations of her staunch Confederate family, forced to keep her epilepsy secret for fear of a scandal. As the tensions of the Civil War arrive on their doorstep in Savannah, Keziah sees little cause for balls and courting. Despite her discomfort, she cannot imagine an escape from her familial confines—until her old schoolmate Micah shows her a life-changing truth that sets her feet on a new path . . . as a conductor in the Underground Railroad.Dr. Micah Greyson never hesitates to answer the call of duty, no matter how dangerous, until the enchanting Keziah walks back into his life and turns his well-ordered plans upside down. Torn between the life he has always known in Savannah and the fight for abolition, Micah struggles to discern God’s plan amid such turbulent times.Battling an angry fiancé, a war-tattered brother, bounty hunters, and their own personal demons, Keziah and Micah must decide if true love is worth the price . . . and if they are strong enough to survive the unyielding pain of war.

A fierce assassin. A murder investigation. A devastating secret.After the defeat of Ewen and his cult, Serra Blackburn and her companions must travel to Crelia to meet with Queen Kathryn. As Champion of Adhelm, Serra must find a way to appease the queen in order to prevent war with Sostar. Unfortunately, things in Crelia are much worse than she feared.The king is dead and an assassin is sent to murder the princess. In order to get the peace treaty Serra needs from the queen, she offers to join in the investigation to find out who was behind the murder of the king and the assassination attempt. As a foreigner, Serra has few allies and a city that wants her gone. Who can Serra trust? Who was behind the assassination attempt? What secrets lie within the Crelia palace?

"Your brain is the most amazing thing, it listens to what you say ..."Your children will use the positive self talk in this book to be able to better handle any situation. Positive self talk and a Growth Mindset are incredibly powerful tools for lifelong learning.This delightful new children's book brings Growth Mindset language into your child's world through 6 beautifully illustrated stories.Use your amazon purchase number to get access to FREE video reading from the book. Just go here and enter your number https://www.hellobrain.com.au/p/hello-brain-bookThe concept of a Growth and Fixed Mindset was developed by psychologist Prof Carol Dweck and popularized in her book, Mindset: The New Psychology of Success. "Hello Brain?" shows, teachers, parents and children what both of these mindsets look, feel and sound like in common situations that happen every day.The first day at school - new experiences - being nervousFrustration when learning something new - taking risks Being aware of and choosing behavioursUnderstanding that emotions can be controlledThe power of the words we useUncertainty and anxietyChildren will learn that by "talking to their brain" they can do many more things than they thought were possible in the beginning."Hello Brain?" is intended to be read to children by parents and teachers to stimulate discussion about the language to use to support and empower their children. By using and modelling the language demonstrated in "Hello Brain?" you can reinforce a positive growth mindset that will change the way your child thinks and responds to challenges ... it may also change how you think! :)Book FeaturesAppropriate for preschool to ages 6-86 Social Stories - Social stories resonate with all children including children on the autistic spectrumEach story is brought to life with a beautiful illustrationReal-world examples of Growth Mindset language that you and your child can use immediately!How to use this book Parents - Read with your children and then discuss each story and use the languageTeachers - Use in the Classroom and because I know how busy you are I have 12 months of growth mindset lessons and resources also available!Go to hellobrain.com.au for teaching resources and my Growth Mindset blog.I have been teaching in Primary schools for more than 20 years. In this time I became intensely aware of the difference that growth mindset language can make to children's learning.I have seen time and again the difference a few simple phrases can make to a child's resilience, ability to learn and overall happiness. The joy of seeing this change is something I want to share with all teachers and parents.The daily use of Growth Mindset language is one of the most powerful teaching tools I have ever used so I know this will work for you too.If you buy this book, firstly thank you! And secondly, if you see improvements in your children's lives it would mean the world to me if you would share your stories via an Amazon review or directly with me via my Instagram or facebook Hellobrain pages.Please reach out to me as I would love to hear from you.Thank-you!Clarissa Johnson

Fundraising is about people, not about money.Whether you're a novice volunteer, board member, or professional fundraiser, you face the daunting challenge of meeting fundraising goals. No amount of passion, energy, or hard work can replace the fact that money is needed to fuel your organization's growth. So how do you raise money to expand your organization?This book is for anyone whose initial reaction when confronted with the task of raising money for their charitable passion is a mixture of anxiety and bewilderment. With a straightforward and accessible approach, Eight Principles walks the reader through eight steps to reshape their fundraising approach and processes. Eight Principles empowers fundraisers, both volunteer and professional alike, to see donors as people like themselves who want to invest in a worthwhile cause or organization.Using real-life case studies from Larry Johnson's extensive experience, along with his original assessment tool, Eight Principles shows charitable organizations where their fundraising currently stands and how to get to where they want to be. With candid and engaging narrative, Eight Principles stresses the relational aspect of philanthropy and provides the keys to transforming fundraising anxiety into effective nonprofit leadership and fundraising success.By applying these Eight Principles, nonprofits can make changes now that will permanently affect their futures to ensure fundraising success in the long term.Praise for The Eight Principles:"Larry Johnson hits the mark with his Eight Principles … Johnson gives you framework, motivation, and tools to lead donors to the mountain." —D.C. Dreger, ACFRE, Habitat for Humanity International"Larry Johnson has written an excellent guide for anyone who wants to take his or her fundraising and philanthropic leadership to the next level. Read it and you'll learn from a true expert."—Mark Sanborn, acclaimed speaker and bestselling author of The Fred Factor and You Don't Need a Title to Be a Leader

Andrew had always expected his first night as a vampire would involve a cushy suite at the Anubis Hotel with his parents down the hall. Instead, he woke up with holding a red candle and covered in blood. Did he blackout and kill someone or is a more deadly enemy at play?Andrew just wants to finish high school and go to college, instead of going into the family medical supply business. But if he can't get through the day without biting a werewolf, what hope does he have of living a normal life? Especially since his first night as a full vampire he woke up with no memory of what happened and covered in blood…Seeking out support from the same werewolf he attacked, Andrew starts to uncover the truth about what really happened that night and the villain he's tied to. With unexplained mysteries at every turn, the new vampire isn’t sure what ancient evil he's facing and what he's willing to sacrifice to stop them.Can Andrew stop whatever is killing the other supernatural creatures, before it's too late for those he loves?Vampires Anonymous is the second book in an amusingly dark YA urban fantasy series. If you like vampires, ancient evil, and a dash of humor, then you’ll love C.K. Johnson’s twisty supernatural tale.

To win an impossible battle, a powerful piper must unlock her darkest music… Kyra thought her magic would keep her safe. But when the Pied Piper’s descendent learns her uncle has put a bounty on her head, she’ll have to play dirty to survive. And with each chieftain she defeats to preserve her life, her own power becomes more uncontrollable…Struggling to contain her melodic magic, Kyra fears she won’t be able to protect the ones she loves. As more and more pipers seek to spill her blood, she realizes her last remaining option might be one that’s completely forbidden. Will Kyra control her incredible powers or will her legacy be her downfall?The Piper's Revenge is the second book in The Pied Piper Tales YA urban fantasy fairy tale series. If you like tightly-wound tension, gutsy heroines, and legends reimagined, then you’ll love C.K. Johnson’s musical masterpiece. Buy The Piper’s Revenge to play a magical tune today!

This delightful new book brings Growth Mindset language into your child's world through 6 beautifully illustrated stories.The concept of a Growth and Fixed Mindset was developed by psychologist Prof Carol Dweck and popularized in her book, Mindset: The New Psychology of Success. Hello Brain shows, teachers, parents and children what both of these mindsets look like in common events that happen everyday. Has your child ever felt worried or nervous about something new, or felt angry or upset when they got in trouble or just felt frustrated when things got too hard? In 'Hello Brain?' Clarissa Johnson has penned 6 social stories in which the characters learn how to change how they were feeling and become more in control of their reactions and responses! First day at school - new experiences - being nervousFrustration when learning something new - taking risksBeing aware of and choosing behavioursManaging emotionsThe power of the words we useUncertainty and anxietyThey learn that by "talking to their brain" they can do many more things than they thought were possible in the beginning."Hello Brain?" is intended to be read to children by parents and teachers to stimulate discussion about the language to use to support and empower their children. By using and modelling the language demonstrated in "Hello Brain?" you can reinforce a positive growth mindset that will change the way your child thinks and responds to challenges ... it may also change how you think! :)Book FeaturesAppropriate for ages 3-126 Social StoriesEach story is brought to life with a beautiful illustrationSocial stories are proven to be an especially effective teaching tool for children on the autistic spectrumReal-world examples of Growth Mindset language that you can use immediately!How to use this book Parents - Read with your children and then discuss each story and use the language Teachers - Use in the Classroom - school packs and 12 months of growth mindset lessons and resources also available!Go to www.hellobrain.com.au for more supporting resources to get the most out of this book. This book is the perfect gift for any occasion but a special standout as a back-to-school gift. Clarissa Johnson has been teaching in Primary schools for more than 20 years. In this time she became intensely aware of the difference that language can make to children's learning. This book is part of a growing resource bank Clarissa is developing that will help parents and teachers replicate the amazing improvements she has seen, and continues to see, in children every day. I have seen time and again the difference a few simple phrases can make to a child's resilience, ability to learn and overall happiness. The joy of seeing this change is something I want to share with all teachers and parents. If you buy this book today, thank-you, thank-you, thank-you. The daily use of Growth Mindset language is one of the most powerful teaching tools I have ever used so I know this will work for you too.It would really mean the world to me if you could share your stories in the comments below or on the hellobrain facebook page. Please reach out to me as I would love to connect. Thank-you! Clarissa Johnson

“Larry Johnson hits the mark with his Eight Principles… Johnson gives you framework, motivation and tools to lead donors to the mountain.” -D.C. Dreger, ACFRE, Habitat for Humanity International "Larry Johnson has written an excellent guide for anyone who wants to take his or her fundraising and philanthropic leadership to the next level. Read it and you'll learn from a true expert." -Mark Sanborn, acclaimed speaker and bestselling author of The Fred Factor and You Don't Need a Title to be a Leader Fundraising is about people; not about money Whether you're a novice volunteer, board member or professional fundraiser, you face the daunting challenge of meeting fundraising goals and no amount of passion, energy or hard work can replace the fact that money is needed to fuel your organization's growth. So how do you raise money to expand your organization? This book is for anyone whose initial reaction when confronted with the task of raising money for their charitable passion is a mixture of anxiety and bewilderment. With a straightforward and accessible approach, Eight Principles walks the reader through eight steps that help reshape their fundraising approach and processes. Eight Principles empowers fundraisers, both volunteer and professional alike, to see donors as people like themselves who want to invest in a worthwhile cause or organization. Using real-life case studies from the author's extensive experience, along with an original assessment tool, Eight Principles shows charitable organizations where they are with respect to fundraising and how to get to where they want to be. With candid and engaging narrative, Eight Principles stresses the relational aspect of philanthropy and, in doing so, provides the keys to transforming fundraising anxiety into effective nonprofit leadership and fundraising success. By applying theses Eight Principles, nonprofits can make real changes now that will permanently affect their fundraising futures to ensure success in the long term.

Her heart might be broken, but her spirit won’t be crushed.As the dark-skinned princess from the Southern Colonies—formerly the kingdom of Marula—Ebony is no stranger to hardship and ridicule.Forced into royal servitude after the death of her father, Ebony resolved to keep her head held high despite her sorrow—no matter how much vitriol she endured from her stepmother, Varyes, Queen of Pommier. And when the Queen’s son, Prince Rion, helps to piece her broken heart back together with his love and kindness, Ebony begins to hope she will one day find a new home for herself.But when Queen Varyes loses the Southern Colonies to its warring neighbors, she strikes out for vengeance—and Ebony is her first target.Can Ebony survive the wrath and cunning of her wicked stepmother—even if her survival means giving up her claim on Prince Rion’s heart?

It was just an old family legend, but when Lilly tries to help a friend, she quickly learns she should have listened. Pandora had a box and now Lilly has a bottle.Lilly didn’t pay much attention to her grandmother’s tales about their family legacy. After all, healing people with water sounded like something from the movies, not high school. But after her best friend, Caitlyn, struggles with the death of her brother, Lilly decides to help by removing her sadness.Before long, life has gotten a lot more complicated as Lilly tries to navigate friendship, dating, and a football team full of the escaped emotion.Can Lilly stop the growing sorrow before it spreads too far?A Touch of Water is the first book in a light YA urban fantasy series. If you like unrestrained magic, a touch of romance, and a dash of humor, then you’ll love C.K. Johnson’s romantic tale. Buy A Touch of Water to take a magical journey today!

IT'S HERE AT LAST - THE STARLIGHT CHRONICLES, COLLECTOR'S BOXED SET, BOOKS 1-4, with SHORT STORY EPISODES IN BETWEEN EACH BOOK!Box Set includes: BOOK 1, SLUMBERINGA CHRISTMAS EPISODE, AWAKENINGBOOK 2, CALLINGA STARRY KNIGHT EPISODE, FALLINGBOOK 3, SUBMERGINGA WEDDING EPISODE, SEEINGBOOK 4, REMEMBERINGA DATE NIGHT EPISODE, BELONGING Hamilton Dinger has a nearly perfect life as he enters into tenth grade at Apollo Central High School. He has the grades for the top of the class, the good looks, and the charm to get away with just about anything. There is no need for him to believe in anything other than himself, and the idea of good and evil is laughable. But all that changes when a meteorite strikes his town, and the Seven Deadly Sinisters, and their leader, Orpheus, are released. They prey on the city residents, collecting their souls for energy and nefarious purposes. As this is happening, Hamilton's longtime dormant supernatural powers are awakened, and he discovers he is a fallen Star. And not only that, he has been called to seal away the Sinisters once more - all to Hamilton's dismay. As the supernatural calling interrupts his perfect life - with his friends at school, his fame on the football team, and his prestigious job at the mayor's office - Hamilton finds a mix of relief and further aggravation in Elysian, a changeling dragon who declares himself to be Hamilton's "mentor," and Starry Knight, Hamilton's infuriating, secretive, and powerful co-defender, another fallen Star who has the power to seal away the Sinisters and their soul-sucking minions. Can Hamilton and his team find a way to work together to save Apollo City? Can Hamilton overcome his own selfish desires to find the will to fight? Find out in the first part of this epic fantasy adventure series about superheroes, fallen Stars, and high school from C. S. Johnson!