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  • The Secret Letter: Gripping and heartbreaking WW2 historical fiction

    Debbie Rix

    eBook (Bookouture, July 22, 2019)
    ‘Incredibly heart-wrenching... it’s just mind-blowing... I adored this book from start to finish... If I could give it 10 stars, I would!’ Confessions of a Bookaholic, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Germany, 1939. A tumbledown farmhouse, on the outskirts of a close-knit village in the heart of the rolling hills of Bavaria. A once happy family home torn apart by Nazi rule. And one young girl who refuses to give up on what she believes in
 London, 2018: When ninety-four-year-old Imogen receives a letter addressed to her in neat, unfamiliar handwriting, she notices the postmark is stamped from Germany - and it sends shivers down her spine
 Germany, 1939: Thirteen-year-old Magda is devastated by the loss of her best friend, shy and gentle Lotte, cruelly snatched from her and sent to a concentration camp – the Star of David sewn on her faded, brown coat. As the Nazi’s power takes hold, Magda realizes she’s not like the other girls in her German village - she hates the fanatical new rules of the Hitler Youth. So Magda secretly joins The White Rose Movement and begins to rebel against the oppressive, frightening world around her. But when an English bomber pilot crashes in a field near Magda’s home she is faced with an impossible choice: to risk the safety of her family or to save a stranger and make a difference in the devastating war that has claimed the lives of so many. Little does she know, her actions will have the power to change the life of another girl, on the other side of enemy lines, forever
 Inspired by a true story, this is a heart-wrenching, unputdownable and absolutely unforgettable tale of the strength of human kindness in a time of unimaginable heartbreak. Fans of Orphan Train, The Tattooist of Auschwitz and The Book Thief will be utterly gripped by this beautiful, sweeping, World War Two novel. Why readers are falling in love with The Secret Letter: ‘I was so gripped... a beautifully written story that captivated my mind and heart... A perfect historical fiction novel that fans of this genre are going to love.’ By the Letter Book Reviews, 5 stars ‘It actually blew my mind... I was turning pages like there was no tomorrow... I couldn't read fast enough to find out what happened.’ Goodreads Reviewer ‘A beautiful, yet heart-wrenching tale... I was blown away by this book and I’m sure you will be too.’ Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars ‘This story was beautifully written and hooked me immediately
 I was enthralled with the story all the way to the end and stayed up too late reading, but it was worth it!’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘I was hooked from the first page. It was a true page-turner
 the author hit a true home run with this one. It will tug at your heart and stay with you which is the mark of a great book. 5 stars - a 2019 must-read.’ Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars ‘Well I read this in 24 hours, what better compliment can I give it!... The book was a page turner!’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘Outstanding
 such compelling stuff
 a real page-turner of a book. The fact that it is inspired by real life events makes it even more poignant. Highly recommended.’ Sibzzreads, 5 stars ‘5 stars for The Secret Letter! The writing is spectacular
There is romance, intrigue and a weaving of these two lives into one riveting ending.’ Netgalley reviewer, 5 stars ‘This book deserves 20 stars! Based on many historical and personal family history, the story of two young girls, one British and one German from the start of WW2 to present day is one of the most well written stories I've ever read.’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars
  • The Secret Letter: Gripping and heartbreaking WW2 historical fiction

    Debbie Rix

    Paperback (Bookouture, July 18, 2019)
    ‘Incredibly heart-wrenching... it’s just mind-blowing... I adored this book from start to finish... If I could give it 10 stars, I would!’ Confessions of a Bookaholic, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Germany, 1939. A tumbledown farmhouse, on the outskirts of a close-knit village in the heart of the rolling hills of Bavaria. A once happy family home torn apart by Nazi rule. And one young girl who refuses to give up on what she believes in
 London, 2018: When ninety-four-year-old Imogen receives a letter addressed to her in neat, unfamiliar handwriting, she notices the postmark is stamped from Germany - and it sends shivers down her spine
 Germany, 1939: Thirteen-year-old Magda is devastated by the loss of her best friend, shy and gentle Lotte, cruelly snatched from her and sent to a concentration camp – the Star of David sewn on her faded, brown coat. As the Nazi’s power takes hold, Magda realizes she’s not like the other girls in her German village - she hates the fanatical new rules of the Hitler Youth. So Magda secretly joins The White Rose Movement and begins to rebel against the oppressive, frightening world around her. But when an English bomber pilot crashes in a field near Magda’s home she is faced with an impossible choice: to risk the safety of her family or to save a stranger and make a difference in the devastating war that has claimed the lives of so many. Little does she know, her actions will have the power to change the life of another girl, on the other side of enemy lines, forever
 Inspired by a true story, this is a heart-wrenching, unputdownable and absolutely unforgettable tale of the strength of human kindness in a time of unimaginable heartbreak. Fans of Orphan Train, The Tattooist of Auschwitz and The Book Thief will be utterly gripped by this beautiful, sweeping, World War Two novel. Why readers are falling in love with The Secret Letter: ‘I was so gripped... a beautifully written story that captivated my mind and heart... A perfect historical fiction novel that fans of this genre are going to love.’ By the Letter Book Reviews, 5 stars ‘It actually blew my mind... I was turning pages like there was no tomorrow... I couldn't read fast enough to find out what happened.’ Goodreads Reviewer ‘A beautiful, yet heart-wrenching tale... I was blown away by this book and I’m sure you will be too.’ Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars ‘This story was beautifully written and hooked me immediately
 I was enthralled with the story all the way to the end and stayed up too late reading, but it was worth it!’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘I was hooked from the first page. It was a true page-turner
 the author hit a true home run with this one. It will tug at your heart and stay with you which is the mark of a great book. 5 stars - a 2019 must-read.’ Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars ‘Well I read this in 24 hours, what better compliment can I give it!... The book was a page turner!’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘Outstanding
 such compelling stuff
 a real page-turner of a book. The fact that it is inspired by real life events makes it even more poignant. Highly recommended.’ Sibzzreads, 5 stars‘5 stars for The Secret Letter! The writing is spectacular
There is romance, intrigue and a weaving of these two lives into one riveting ending.’ Netgalley reviewer, 5 stars‘This book deserves 20 stars! Based on many historical and personal family history, the story of two young girls, one British and one German from the start of WW2 to present day is one of the most well written stories I've ever read.’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars
  • Read Better Faster: How to Triple Your Reading Speed and Comprehension Without Speed Reading, Skimming, or Skipping

    Debbie Drum

    eBook (TCK Publishing, Aug. 1, 2017)
    Say goodbye to slow reading forever!What if I told you I could teach you to read an entire book in a single afternoon. Would you believe me?When we learned to read growing up, they taught us to read slowly, carefully, and methodically. And it worked! Typical reading techniques are just fine for a child, but today, those slow reading habits from the 19th century hold us back.That’s partly why so many adults today don’t read for pleasure. But reading doesn’t have to be a chore! I can teach you techniques guaranteed to make reading faster, more fun, and more fulfilling than ever before by using the best reading strategies for your specific learning type.That means: No complicated “speed-reading” techniquesNo skimming text (and missing critical information)No more relying on Cliff Notes or truncated versions of booksRead Better Faster combines the best lessons from speed-reading, neuroscience, and modern technology to teach you to read faster and comprehend more than you ever believed possible. If you’ve ever quit reading something important because of boredom or frustration, this book might just change your life—and you’ll see results right from day one!If you enjoyed reading Unlimited Memory by Grandmaster Kevin Horsley, Learn Like Einstein by Peter Hollins, How to Read a Book by Mortimer J. Adler, or Speed Reading: How to Read a Book a Day by Ryan James, then you’re sure to enjoy this book as well. This book is also for readers interested in: Improving memoryImproving reading comprehensionReading fasterReading for pleasure
  • Why Is Everyone Wearing a Mask? / Por Que Todo Mundo EstĂĄ Usando MĂĄscara?: Bilingual Book English-Portuguese

    Debbie Qiu

    (Independently published, May 14, 2020)
    Playful and Informative Book That Will Empower Children to Become a "SUPERHERO" during this unprecedented time! With the illustration of the new "normal" during the pandemic in 2020, the book informs and explains why everyone is wearing a mask to children in a playful way. Fear comes from the unknown, as your children join on this journey, they will come to realize the reason and the importance of everyone wearing a mask. Moreover, the book will help the children overcome the fear of the masks. The book is written in dual language, both English and Portuguese. It would be a great opportunity for children to learn a new language. 60% of the profit from the book sales will be donated straight to Mount Sinai Kravis Children's Hospital in New York for their supportive care of children who are impacted by this virus, and for their ongoing research on cases in children. Livro lĂșdico e informativo que permitirĂĄ que as crianças se tornem um "SUPER-HERÓI" durante a pandemia! Com a ilustração do novo "normal", o livro informa e explica para as crianças porquĂȘ de todo mundo estĂĄ usando mĂĄscara de maneira lĂșdica. O medo vem do desconhecido, entĂŁo na jornada desse livro, as crianças entenderĂŁo a importĂąncia de todos usarem mĂĄscara. O livro Ă© escrito em dois idiomas, inglĂȘs e portuguĂȘs. O que Ă© uma Ăłtima oportunidade para as crianças aprenderem um novo idioma.60% do lucro das vendas do livro serĂĄ doada diretamente ao Hospital Infantil Mount Sinai Kravis, em Nova York, pelo apoio prestado Ă s crianças afetadas por esse vĂ­rus e por suas pesquisas em andamento sobre a sĂ­ndrome em crianças.
  • The Last Witch

    Debbie Dee

    eBook (Dolce Books, )
    None
  • The Two Angels: A story about twins

    Debbie Day

    Paperback (CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, Nov. 8, 2017)
    Being a twin brother can be tough. You have to share toys, clothes—even Mom and Dad. Sometimes you need a little reminder that God kept you together for a reason. Then you’ll see that being a twin brother means always having a best friend to have a whole lot of fun with. This is a book about God’s love, parents’ love, sibling love, and of course
twin love.
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  • Sally The Speedy Kangaroo!

    Debbie Doo

    eBook (Debbie Doo Books, )
    None
  • Why Is Everyone Wearing a Mask? / Por Que Todo Mundo EstĂĄ Usando MĂĄscara?: Bilingual Book English-Portuguese

    Debbie Qiu

    language (Debbie Qiu, May 20, 2020)
    Playful and Informative Book That Will Empower Children to Become a "SUPERHERO" during this unprecedented time! With the illustration of the new "normal" during the pandemic in 2020, the book informs and explains why everyone is wearing a mask to children in a playful way. Fear comes from the unknown, as your children join on this journey, they will come to realize the reason and the importance of everyone wearing a mask. Moreover, the book will help the children overcome the fear of the masks. The book is written in dual language, both English and Portuguese. It would be a great opportunity for children to learn a new language. 60% of the profit from the book sales will be donated straight to Mount Sinai Kravis Children's Hospital in New York for their supportive care of children who are impacted by this virus, and for their ongoing research on cases in children. Livro lĂșdico e informativo que permitirĂĄ que as crianças se tornem um "SUPER-HERÓI" durante a pandemia! Com a ilustração do novo "normal", o livro informa e explica para as crianças porquĂȘ de todo mundo estĂĄ usando mĂĄscara de maneira lĂșdica. O medo vem do desconhecido, entĂŁo na jornada desse livro, as crianças entenderĂŁo a importĂąncia de todos usarem mĂĄscara. O livro Ă© escrito em dois idiomas, inglĂȘs e portuguĂȘs. O que Ă© uma Ăłtima oportunidade para as crianças aprenderem um novo idioma.60% do lucro das vendas do livro serĂĄ doada diretamente ao Hospital Infantil Mount Sinai Kravis, em Nova York, pelo apoio prestado Ă s crianças afetadas por esse vĂ­rus e por suas pesquisas em andamento sobre a sĂ­ndrome em crianças.
  • Read Better Faster: How to Triple Your Reading Speed and Comprehension Without Speed Reading, Skimming, or Skipping

    Debbie Drum

    Paperback (TCK Publishing, Aug. 6, 2017)
    Say goodbye to slow reading forever!What if I told you I could teach you to read an entire book in a single afternoon. Would you believe me?When we learned to read growing up, they taught us to read slowly, carefully, and methodically. And it worked! Typical reading techniques are just fine for a child, but today, those slow reading habits from the 19th century hold us back.That’s partly why so many adults today don’t read for pleasure. But reading doesn’t have to be a chore! I can teach you techniques guaranteed to make reading faster, more fun, and more fulfilling than ever before by using the best reading strategies for your specific learning type.That means: No complicated “speed-reading” techniquesNo skimming text (and missing critical information)No more relying on Cliff Notes or truncated versions of booksRead Better Faster combines the best lessons from speed-reading, neuroscience, and modern technology to teach you to read faster and comprehend more than you ever believed possible. If you’ve ever quit reading something important because of boredom or frustration, this book might just change your life—and you’ll see results right from day one!Read Better Faster combines the best lessons from speed-reading, neuroscience, and modern technology to teach you to read faster and comprehend more than you ever believed possible. If you’ve ever quit reading something important because of boredom or frustration, this book might just change your life—and you’ll see results right from day one!If you enjoyed reading Unlimited Memory by Grandmaster Kevin Horsley, Learn Like Einstein by Peter Hollins, How to Read a Book by Mortimer J. Adler, or Speed Reading: How to Read a Book a Day by Ryan James, then you’re sure to enjoy this book as well. This book is also for readers interested in: Improving memoryImproving reading comprehensionReading fasterReading for pleasure
  • Little G and her Guardian Sea Turtle: A Sea Turtle Tale

    Debbie Dunn

    (Independently published, May 15, 2020)
    On the day the clutch of 120 tiny Loggerhead Sea Turtles were born, these tiny hatchlings had to survive predators of land, air, and sea. Little G hoped that she and her sisters would manage to survive and thrive. How will Little G endure almost getting captured by a Ghost Crab, the two- to three-day swimming frenzy, facing the grief of losing the sister who actually saved her life, and find her way to a floating Sargassum raft? Thanks to Big G, her Guardian Sea Turtle, she might actually get that chance to someday be a future sea turtle grandmama. About the Author: Debbie Dunn has been a professional storyteller since 1989. She has also served as a teacher of at-risk teens, an anti-bullying specialist, and she taught both elementary and middle school. She now indulges her passion for anti-bullying and her love of nature, traveling, and writing as she follows the trail of at-risk animals and strives to help young people at risk, as well.
  • Tiy and the Prince of Egypt

    Debbie Dee

    Paperback (Dolce Books, Sept. 22, 2013)
    Based on the lives of Pharaoh Amenhotep III and Queen Tiy - a historical romance for all ages!Tiy is different than the other Egyptian girls--she has pale hair and more freckles than she wants to count. With her mother consumed by the need to keep up appearances, and her father too busy to care, Tiy just wants to disappear into the background. But her hope for a quiet life is shattered when she rescues Prince Amenhotep from a sandstorm and is rewarded with an invitation to attend the royal school in Egypt’s capital -a place where girls like her will never belong.Amenhotep welcomes her into his close circle of friends and their friendship strengthens into a bond neither is willing to lose. But when Amenhotep becomes Pharaoh and is pressured by the priests to marry, the strength of their friendship is threatened. Will Tiy find enough courage to accept Amenhotep’s hand when he wants her to become the next Queen of Egypt, especially when her feelings run no deeper than friendship? And how can she protect him from the Nubian rebels who are determined to take control of Egypt?"This story is a rare gem." - Playing for Sweeps"Based on a real Pharaoh and his Queen, this story really draws you in." - Trips Down Imagination Road"Debbie Dee blew me away, yet again...I was at the edge of my seat over and over." - Kayla's Place
  • Itchy Mitchie

    Debbie Day

    Paperback (CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, )
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