Books with author J. David Dameron

This teen and young reader book is a richly illustrated biography about Horace King. In 1807, King was born into slavery on a South Carolina plantation. A slave trader sold him to a man who saw something special in Horace King. His owner, John Godwin taught King to read and write as well as how to build at a time when it was illegal to teach slaves. King worked hard and despite bondage, racial prejudice and a multitude of obstacles, King focused his life on working hard and being a genuinely good man. King built bridges, warehouses, homes, churches, and most importantly, he bridged the depths of racism. Ultimately, dignity, respect and freedom were his rewards, as he transcended the color lines inherent in the Old South of the nineteenth century. Horace King became a highly accomplished Master Builder and he emerged from the Civil War as a legislator in the State of Alabama. Affectionately known as Horace “The Bridge Builder” King and the "Prince of Bridge Builders," he also served his community in many important civic capacities. How is it possible that this man achieved so much although he was born a slave? This is a true story of great achievement in spite of adversity. Today, Horace King's legacy is as powerfully symbolic as one of his sturdy bridges.

This teen and young reader book is a richly illustrated biography about Horace King. In 1807, King was born into slavery on a South Carolina plantation. A slave trader sold him to a man who saw something special in Horace King. His owner, John Godwin taught King to read and write as well as how to build at a time when it was illegal to teach slaves. King worked hard and despite bondage, racial prejudice and a multitude of obstacles, King focused his life on working hard and being a genuinely good man. King built bridges, warehouses, homes, churches, and most importantly, he bridged the depths of racism. Ultimately, dignity, respect and freedom were his rewards, as he transcended the color lines inherent in the Old South of the nineteenth century. Horace King became a highly accomplished Master Builder and he emerged from the Civil War as a legislator in the State of Alabama. Affectionately known as Horace “The Bridge Builder” King and the "Prince of Bridge Builders," he also served his community in many important civic capacities. How is it possible that this man achieved so much although he was born a slave? This is a true story of great achievement in spite of adversity. Today, Horace King's legacy is as powerfully symbolic as one of his sturdy bridges.

Legend has it that a Calender will deliver the seven worlds from Fell Craven. Peter Calender finds himself alone and lost in a new land where others believe he is the one to save them and restore the laws that govern the seven worlds. Peter doubts that he is the child of the prophecy, but events lead him into dangers that he could never have imagined. Death and destruction lurk at every turn and one false step could lead to disaster. Hunted for the moonstone he was given, where else would he go but home. But is there a home to go to?

Prophecy tells of a boy that could save the seven worlds after the fall of the Moondial and the scattering of the seven stones of power. Peter Calender is that boy. He had been given the Moonstone, one of the stones of power. Death, betrayal and evil all follow in his wake as he tries to make sense of his ever-changing life. Alone in a strange land he is in need of help, and this comes from unusual sources.In Book 3 of The Moondial Series Peter is close to death and his companions are in search of the Star Ruby, the one stone of power that could save his life. Nightjar is desperate to save Peter and will stop at nothing, but there are others who would stop at nothing to ensure she fails.A gripping fantasy adventure filled with intrigue, danger and magic. Perfect for fans of Robin Hobb, Terry Brooks and Chris Wooding.

The Highlands of Papua New Guinea are used as a link between the real and the unreal world. This mysterious land, only discovered just prior to WWII, accepts the existence of magic and forces of the occult, that the Western world scorns. Cries across space and time are heard in the Perth suburbs of Western Australia and take the Stedman family where no family should go. This novel for the middle grades and older moves at a fast pace, with humour, insight and real tension. Family life in the suburbs is shaken by events that lead the family from their strange, but very normal existence, into one where the safety of their children is threatened. Family, school and growing up is explored with insight and the reader will recognize the validity. A modern family, a modern book dealing with a timeless horror, in the tradition of Spielberg and Stranger Things.

Prophecy tells of a boy that could save the seven worlds after the fall of the Moondial and the scattering of the seven stones of power. Peter Calender is that boy. He had been given the Moonstone, one of the stones of power. Death, betrayal and evil all follow in his wake as he tries to make sense of his ever-changing life. Alone in a strange land he is in need of help, and this comes from unusual sources.In Book 3 of The Moondial Series Peter is close to death and his companions are in search of the Star Ruby, the one stone of power that could save his life. Nightjar is desperate to save Peter and will stop at nothing, but there are others who would stop at nothing to ensure she fails.A gripping fantasy adventure filled with intrigue, danger and magic. Perfect for fans of Robin Hobb, Terry Brooks and Chris Wooding.

The Highlands of Papua New Guinea are used as a link between the real and the unreal world. This mysterious land, only discovered just prior to WWII, accepts the existence of magic and forces of the occult that the Western world scorns. Cries across space and time are heard in the Perth suburbs of Western Australia and take the Stedman family where no family should go. This novel, for the middle grades and older, moves at a fast pace, with humour, insight and real tension. Life in the suburbs is shaken by events that lead the family from their strange, but very ordinary existence, into one where the safety of the children is threatened. Family, school and growing up is explored with insight and validity. A modern family, a modern book dealing with a timeless horror, in the tradition of Spielberg and Stranger Things.

Legend has it that a Calender will deliver the seven worlds from Fell Craven. Peter Calender finds himself alone and lost in a new land where others believe he is the one to save them and restore the laws that govern the seven worlds. Peter doubts that he is the child of the prophecy, but events lead him into dangers that he could never have imagined. Death and destruction lurk at every turn and one false step could lead to disaster. Hunted for the moonstone he was given, where else would he go but home. But is there a home to go to?