Books with author Heather Blades

Do you find it hard to talk about Covid-19 at a child's level? This picture book can help.Children ask a lot of questions. Some are easy to answer, others are tricky, especially when it comes to a social distancing, disrupted schedules, and a viral pandemic. This illustrated book is a tool that can help open conversation about Covid-19, and provide accurate information in a kid friendly format. Bright graphics and simply worded details can help your child grow in understanding of why so many of our normal routines suddenly changed. Most of the book centers around simple text and pictures, but there are also several pages that outline some of the main definitions, concepts and history of the novel coronavirus outbreak. Children will be interested in looking through this book on their own, but ideally it is meant to be read together, so that parents or caregivers can offer support and encouragement while exploring this new and sometimes confusing topic.There are also several useful ideas for how children can help those around them, and spend their time well during the general quarantine. It's important to stay productive, active, and keep a good attitude during any difficulty, to be able to rise to the challenge and learn from it. Reaching out to others through the internet or by phone, helping family around the house, and following the safety guidelines given by governmental authorities are all ways to make a positive impact on the situation.Often, learning more about something new can reduce stress, and help it be more manageable. This book is designed to aid that process, as it relates to the changes that the Covid-19 outbreak brought to many people, both children and adults, around the world. It presents complex scientific and social concepts at a simpler level, so that families can work through them together.

NOW OPTIONED FOR A LIMITED TV SERIES! Read for FREE in Kindle Unlimited. Get THE TRILOGY of the bestselling Defiance books in ONE collection PLUS fascinating author commentary!Rich with gritty drama and historical detail, these are the stories of three beautiful, Christian sisters, ranging in ages and life experiences, who find themselves stranded in a godless Colorado boomtown. The men want to tame them. Some even want to break them. Can the sisters hold on to their faith and their hearts or will something have to give?A Lady in DefianceCharles McIntyre owns everything and everyone in the lawless, godless mining town of Defiance. When three good, Christian sisters show up, stranded and alone, he decides to let them stay--as long as they serve his purposes...but they may prove to be more trouble than they're worth.Naomi Miller, angry with God for widowing her, wants no part of Defiance or the saloon-owning, prostitute-keeping Mr. McIntyre. It would seem, however, that God has gone to elaborate lengths to bring them together. The question is, "Why?"Hearts in DefianceMen make mistakes. God will forgive them. Will their women?Notorious gambler and brothel-owner Charles McIntyre built the mining town of Defiance practically with his bare hands…and without any remorse for the lives he destroyed along the way. When the beautiful Naomi Miller finally won his heart, though, her love and faith challenged Charles to change. He wants to be a better man, he wants to know Christ. Now, all the devils in Defiance are trying to drag him back to the man he was. Will he survive the gauntlet of temptations or destroy the only woman he’s ever loved?A Promise in DefianceWhen scandalous madam Delilah Goodnight flings open the doors to the newest, most decadent saloon in Defiance, two good men will be forced to face their personal demons.Charles McIntyre founded the rowdy mining town of Defiance and early on was more than happy to rule in hell rather than serve in heaven. But things have changed. Logan Tillane, Defiance’s newly arrive preacher, carries a Bible in his hand, a gun on his hip, and uses both to fight for lost souls. Delilah has come to town intent on destroying both men as she drags their town to hell. And God only knows what can stop a scorned woman?Grab your copy today!

Eventually, all secrets come to light ... As punishment for a botched arrest, U.S. Marshal "Dent" Hernandez is temporarily remanded to the quiet little town of Evergreen, Wyoming. Not only does his hometown hold some bad memories, but he is champing at the bit to go after vicious killers, not waste his time scolding candy thieves. And he most certainly should not be escorting the very pretty, but jittery, schoolteacher around. What is she so afraid of? Turns out, a lot of folks are keeping secrets in Evergreen. When the bank is robbed and Dent has to do what he does best, choices will be made, lies will be exposed, and hearts will break. Can Christmas bring love and healing to Evergreen? To Dent? BONUS MATERIAL-- Includes a special vintage Christmas recipe, and the true story behind the fictional Dent Hernandez! A clean western romance with action and adventure. A great read any time of the year!

A marshal tormented by a thirst for vengeance. A school teacher desperate to trade fear for courage. They have nothing in common except a quiet, little town built on betrayal. Robert "Dent" Hernandez is a U.S. Marshal bent on bringin’ ’em in, preferably upright in the saddle, but draped across it works, too. Less interested in justice than revenge, he uses the badge as a license to hunt for his father’s killers. When an arrest goes wrong and he’s temporarily remanded to quaint Evergreen, Wyoming to act as interim sheriff, he writhes over the delay to his plans. That is, until he meets the very pretty, but suspiciously jittery schoolteacher. What is she so afraid of? Turns out, a lot of folks in Evergreen are keeping secrets—ones that may shake the foundation of everything Dent believes in. An old-fashioned Western, Hang Your Heart on Christmas reads like an episode of Gunsmoke. Packed with drama, a tantalizing mystery, and a heartwarming romance, you'll come back to read this lawman's story, again and again.BONUS MATERIAL-- Includes a special vintage Christmas recipe and the true story behind the fictional Dent Hernandez! A clean, cowboy western romance with action and adventure. A great read, to take on vacation with you, any time of the year!Grab your copy today!Other books by Author Heather Blanton:Romance in the Rockies SeriesA Lady in Defiance, book 1His town. Her God. Let the battle begin.Hearts in Defiance, book 2Men make mistakes. God will forgive them. Will their women?A Promise in Defiance, book 3Choices have consequences...even for the redeemedStandalone booksGrace be a LadyAct like a man. Think like a lady.In Time for ChristmasCharlene needs a miracle. God had one waiting...a hundred years in the past.Love, Lies, & TypewritersA soldier with a purple heart. A reporter with a broken heart. Which one is her Mr. Right?Brides of Evergreen Series (standalone books)Hang Your Heart on Christmas, book 1He wants justice--some say revenge. She wants peace. A deep betrayal may deny them everything.Ask Me to Marry You, book 2Here comes the bride, and he's not happy.Mail-Order Deception, book 3Secret identities lead to stolen hearts. Can love survive the truth? A Proposal So Magical, book 4Sometimes, it takes a really strong man to surrender to love...To Love and to Honor, book 5Faith. Honor. Love. Which one will they sacrifice?Books in Collections (All standalone books):Locket Full of LoveLocket and Lace Book 5Was her husband a sinner or a saint? A spy or a traitor?Hell-Bent on BlessingsBrides of Blessings Book 3Though she be but little, she is fierceFor the Love of Liberty A Time Travel NovelTimeless Love Book 4Give me Liberty. Or give me death.A Good Man Comes AroundSweethearts of Jubilee Springs Book 8She has a list of qualifications for her groom. He doesn't measure up. Daughter of DefianceThanksgiving Books & Blessings Book 6Though her sins be as scarlet...

Each World in Focus volume provides an authoritative, comprehensive, and up-to-date view of a major country, including its history, geography and resources, peoples, government, economy, foreign policy, role in the world today, and key current issues. A wealth of maps, charts, and graphs support the text. Ideal for research and reports, this series invites students to delve deeper into the past and present significance of the world's largest and most influential nations.

Canada is a vast country of huge contrasts: the second largest country in the world but with a population of only 30 million. This comprehensive book covers Canada's history, landscape and climate, population and settlements, government and politics, energy and resources, economy and income, global connections, transport and communications, education and health, culture and religion, leisure and tourism, environment and conservation, and future challenges. It also includes a full colour map, tables and diagrams of important statistics, and numerous boxes with interesting 'Did you know ...?' fact boxes. There are also special focus panels which go into detail on specific aspects of the country. Stunning and informative photos, many specially taken for this book, enhance this attractive and highly useful introduction to an important country in today's world.